Best 24153 Virginia Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,941 students in 24153, VA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 24153, VA are Glenvar Middle School and Andrew Lewis Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 24153 have an average math proficiency score of 79% (versus the Virginia public middle school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 70% statewide average). Middle schools in 24153, VA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public middle school average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 24153, VA Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Glenvar Middle School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
4555 Malus Dr
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-6322
Gr: 6-8 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Andrew Lewis Middle School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
616 South College Ave
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-2513
Gr: 6-8 | 850 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: n/an/a
510 South College Ave
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 389-0130
Gr: K-12 | 667 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 24153 Virginia

24153, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
1760 Boulevard
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 857-5000

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 24153, VA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 24153, VA include Glenvar Middle School and Andrew Lewis Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 24153?
3 public middle schools are located in 24153.
What is the racial composition of students in 24153?
24153 public middle schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public middle schools average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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