For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,215 students in Stuart, VA (there are 1 private school, serving 71 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in Stuart, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in Stuart, VA are Stuart Elementary School and Patrick County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Stuart, VA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 85% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 78% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Stuart have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Stuart, VA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Stuart Elementary School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
314 Staples Ave
Stuart, VA 24171
(276) 694-7139
Stuart, VA 24171
(276) 694-7139
Grades: PK-7
| 386 students
Rank: #22.
Patrick County High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
215 Cougar Lane
Stuart, VA 24171
(276) 694-7137
Stuart, VA 24171
(276) 694-7137
Grades: 8-12
| 829 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Stuart, VA?
The top ranked public schools in Stuart, VA include Stuart Elementary School and Patrick County High School.
How many public schools are located in Stuart?
2 public schools are located in Stuart.
What percentage of students in Stuart go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in Stuart are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in Stuart?
Stuart public schools minority enrollment is 20% 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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