For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 463 students in 24244, VA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 24244, VA are Rye Cove Intermediate and Rye Cove High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 24244 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Virginia public middle school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 70% statewide average). Middle schools in 24244, VA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public middle school average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24244, VA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rye Cove Intermediate
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
158 Memorial School Lane
Duffield, VA 24244
(276) 940-2322
Duffield, VA 24244
(276) 940-2322
Gr: 5-7 | 155 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Rye Cove High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
164 Eagles Nest Lane
Duffield, VA 24244
(276) 940-2701
Duffield, VA 24244
(276) 940-2701
Gr: 8-12 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
24244, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Stem For Life Governor's Academy (Closed 2023)
Vocational School
One School Board Drive
Duffield, VA 24244
(276) 889-6518
Duffield, VA 24244
(276) 889-6518
Hwy 58 And Stroute 421
Duffield, VA 24244
(276) 546-1337
Duffield, VA 24244
(276) 546-1337
Gr: PK-5 | 99 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 24244, VA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 24244, VA include Rye Cove Intermediate and Rye Cove High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 24244?
2 public middle schools are located in 24244.
What is the racial composition of students in 24244?
24244 public middle schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public middle schools average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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