For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 247 students in Halifax, VA.
The top-ranked public school in Halifax, VA is Sinai Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Halifax, VA public school have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Halifax have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Halifax, VA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sinai Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1011 Sinai Elementary Drive
Halifax, VA 24558
(434) 476-6193
Halifax, VA 24558
(434) 476-6193
Gr: PK-5 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Halifax, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
722 Mountain Road
Halifax, VA 24558
(434) 476-3021
Halifax, VA 24558
(434) 476-3021
Gr: K-2 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Halifax, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in Halifax, VA include Sinai Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Halifax?
1 public schools are located in Halifax.
What is the racial composition of students in Halifax?
Halifax public schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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