For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,161 students in 24641, VA (there are 1 private school, serving 32 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 24641, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 24641, VA are Richlands Elementary School and Richlands High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 24641 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 24641, VA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24641, VA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Richlands Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
309 East Front Street
Richlands, VA 24641
(276) 964-4112
Richlands, VA 24641
(276) 964-4112
Gr: PK-5 | 561 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Richlands High School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
138 Tornado Alley
Richlands, VA 24641
(276) 964-4602
Richlands, VA 24641
(276) 964-4602
Gr: 9-12 | 600 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 24641, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in 24641, VA include Richlands Elementary School and Richlands High School.
How many public schools are located in 24641?
2 public schools are located in 24641.
What percentage of students in 24641 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 24641 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 24641?
24641 public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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