For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 586 students in 24368, VA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 24368, VA are Rural Retreat Elementary School and Rural Retreat Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 24368 have an average math proficiency score of 91% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 81% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 24368, VA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24368, VA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rural Retreat Elementary School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
100 Martha Debord Way
Rural Retreat, VA 24368
(276) 686-4125
Rural Retreat, VA 24368
(276) 686-4125
Gr: PK-5 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Rural Retreat Middle School
(Math: 90% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
325 E. Buck Ave.
Rural Retreat, VA 24368
(276) 686-5200
Rural Retreat, VA 24368
(276) 686-5200
Gr: 6-8 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 24368, VA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 24368, VA include Rural Retreat Elementary School and Rural Retreat Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 24368?
2 public elementary schools are located in 24368.
What is the racial composition of students in 24368?
24368 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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