For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,716 students in 24060, VA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 24060, VA are Harding Avenue Elementary School, Margaret Beeks Elementary School and Gilbert Linkous Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 24060 have an average math proficiency score of 81% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 24060, VA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Virginia public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24060, VA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Harding Avenue Elementary School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
429 Harding Avenue
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 951-5732
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 951-5732
Gr: K-5 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Margaret Beeks Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
709 Airport Rd
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 951-5700
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 951-5700
Gr: PK-5 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
Gilbert Linkous Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
813 Toms Creek Rd
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 951-5726
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 951-5726
Gr: PK-5 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #44.
Kipps Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2801 Prices Fork Rd
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 951-5760
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 951-5760
Gr: K-5 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #55.
Blacksburg Middle School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3109 Price's Fork Rd.
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 951-5800
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 951-5800
Gr: 6-8 | 987 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #66.
Prices Fork Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4021 Prices Fork Rd
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 951-5736
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 951-5736
Gr: PK-5 | 452 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 24060, VA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 24060, VA include Harding Avenue Elementary School, Margaret Beeks Elementary School and Gilbert Linkous Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 24060?
6 public elementary schools are located in 24060.
What is the racial composition of students in 24060?
24060 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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