For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,155 students in Altavista, VA.
The top-ranked public schools in Altavista, VA are Altavista Elementary School and Altavista High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Altavista, VA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Altavista have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Altavista, VA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Altavista Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1003 Lynch Mill Rd
Altavista, VA 24517
(434) 369-5665
Altavista, VA 24517
(434) 369-5665
Gr: PK-5 | 521 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Altavista High School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
904 Bedford Avenue
Altavista, VA 24517
(434) 369-4768
Altavista, VA 24517
(434) 369-4768
Gr: 6-12 | 634 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Altavista, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in Altavista, VA include Altavista Elementary School and Altavista High School.
How many public schools are located in Altavista?
2 public schools are located in Altavista.
What is the racial composition of students in Altavista?
Altavista public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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