For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,246 students in Riner, VA.
The top-ranked public schools in Riner, VA are Auburn High School, Auburn Elementary School and Auburn Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Riner, VA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Riner have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Riner, VA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Auburn High School
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1650 Auburn School Dr
Riner, VA 24149
(540) 382-5160
Riner, VA 24149
(540) 382-5160
Gr: 9-12 | 393 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Auburn Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1760 Auburn School Dr.
Riner, VA 24149
(540) 381-6521
Riner, VA 24149
(540) 381-6521
Gr: PK-5 | 544 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Auburn Middle School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4163 Riner Rd
Riner, VA 24149
(540) 382-5165
Riner, VA 24149
(540) 382-5165
Gr: 6-8 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Riner, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in Riner, VA include Auburn High School, Auburn Elementary School and Auburn Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Riner?
3 public schools are located in Riner.
What is the racial composition of students in Riner?
Riner public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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