For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 921 students in 24179, VA.
The top ranked public preschools in 24179, VA are Herman L. Horn Elementary School and W.e. Cundiff Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 24179 have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Virginia public pre school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 66% statewide average). Pre schools in 24179, VA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public preschool average of 56% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 24179, VA Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Herman L. Horn Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1002 Ruddell Rd
Vinton, VA 24179
(540) 857-5007
Vinton, VA 24179
(540) 857-5007
Grades: PK-5
| 425 students
Rank: #22.
W.e. Cundiff Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1200 Hardy Rd
Vinton, VA 24179
(540) 857-5009
Vinton, VA 24179
(540) 857-5009
Grades: PK-5
| 496 students
24179, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
R.e. Cook Regional Alternative (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
412 Poplar St.
Vinton, VA 24179
(540) 857-5099
Vinton, VA 24179
(540) 857-5099
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Roanoke County Central Middle School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
2910 Washington Va
Vinton, VA 24179
(540) 562-3900
Vinton, VA 24179
(540) 562-3900
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 24179, VA?
The top ranked public preschools in 24179, VA include Herman L. Horn Elementary School and W.e. Cundiff Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 24179?
2 public preschools are located in 24179.
What is the racial composition of students in 24179?
24179 public preschools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public preschools average of 56% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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