For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,233 students in 24401, VA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 24401, VA are Riverheads High School and Staunton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 24401 have an average math proficiency score of 79% (versus the Virginia public high school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 81% statewide average). High schools in 24401, VA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 24401 have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is less than the Virginia average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Riverheads High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24401, VA Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riverheads High School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
19 Howardsville Rd
Staunton, VA 24401
(540) 337-1921
Staunton, VA 24401
(540) 337-1921
Gr: 9-12 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Staunton High School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1301 N Coalter St
Staunton, VA 24401
(540) 332-3926
Staunton, VA 24401
(540) 332-3926
Gr: 9-12 | 766 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
24401, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
116 Cedar Green Rd
Staunton, VA 24401
(540) 885-8024
Staunton, VA 24401
(540) 885-8024
Gr: PK-5 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Shenandoah Valley Regional Alternative Ed/genesis (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
1825 Richmond Road
Staunton, VA 24401
(540) 213-6507
Staunton, VA 24401
(540) 213-6507
Gr: Inquire with school
Staunton Correctional Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
301 Greenville Ave
Staunton, VA 24401
(540) 332-7500
Staunton, VA 24401
(540) 332-7500
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 24401, VA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 24401, VA include Riverheads High School and Staunton High School.
How many public high schools are located in 24401?
2 public high schools are located in 24401.
What is the racial composition of students in 24401?
24401 public high schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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