For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,057 students in Bristol, VA.
The top ranked public preschools in Bristol, VA are High Point Elementary School, Washington-lee Elementary School and Valley Institute Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bristol, VA public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Virginia public pre school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 66% statewide average). Pre schools in Bristol have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public preschool average of 56% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Preschools in Bristol, VA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
High Point Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
14091 Sinking Creek Rd
Bristol, VA 24202
(276) 642-5600
Bristol, VA 24202
(276) 642-5600
Grades: PK-5
| 568 students
Rank: #22.
Washington-lee Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
185 Washington Lee Dr
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5800
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5800
Grades: PK-5
| 219 students
Rank: #33.
Valley Institute Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4350 Gate City Highway
Bristol, VA 24202
(276) 642-5500
Bristol, VA 24202
(276) 642-5500
Grades: PK-5
| 270 students
Bristol, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1425 Eads St
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5710
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5710
Grades: PK-5
| 164 students
350 Spring Hill Terrace
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5770
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5770
Grades: PK-5
| 425 students
2045 Euclid Ave
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5740
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5740
Grades: PK-5
| 263 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Bristol, VA?
The top ranked public preschools in Bristol, VA include High Point Elementary School, Washington-lee Elementary School and Valley Institute Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Bristol?
3 public preschools are located in Bristol.
What is the racial composition of students in Bristol?
Bristol public preschools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public preschools average of 56% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public preschools in Bristol are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Bristol include: Valley Institute Elementary School vs. High Point Elementary School, High Point Elementary School vs. Valley Institute Elementary School
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