For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 885 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 71%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 67% 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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Virginia public preschool average of 57% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 24179, VA Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: PK-5 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
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
Gr: PK-5 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
24179, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
R.e. Cook Regional Alternative (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
412 Poplar St.
Vinton, VA 24179
(540) 857-5099
Vinton, VA 24179
(540) 857-5099
Roanoke County Central Middle School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
2910 Washington Va
Vinton, VA 24179
(540) 562-3900
Vinton, VA 24179
(540) 562-3900
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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Virginia public preschools average of 57% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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