For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,137 students in 24073, VA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 24073, VA are Christiansburg Elementary School, Falling Branch Elementary School and Christiansburg Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 24073 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 24073, VA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24073, VA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Christiansburg Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
160 Wades Lane
Christiansburg, VA 24073
(540) 382-5172
Christiansburg, VA 24073
(540) 382-5172
Gr: 3-5 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Falling Branch Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
735 Falling Branch Rd
Christiansburg, VA 24073
(540) 381-6145
Christiansburg, VA 24073
(540) 381-6145
Gr: PK-5 | 569 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #33.
Christiansburg Middle School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1205 Buffalo Drive Nw
Christiansburg, VA 24073
(540) 394-2180
Christiansburg, VA 24073
(540) 394-2180
Gr: 6-8 | 760 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: n/an/a
240 Betty Drive
Christiansburg, VA 24073
(540) 382-5175
Christiansburg, VA 24073
(540) 382-5175
Gr: PK-2 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 24073, VA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 24073, VA include Christiansburg Elementary School, Falling Branch Elementary School and Christiansburg Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 24073?
4 public elementary schools are located in 24073.
What is the racial composition of students in 24073?
24073 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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