For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 252 students in Hardy, VA.
The top-ranked public school in Hardy, VA is Windy Gap Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hardy, VA public school have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Hardy have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Hardy, VA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Windy Gap Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
465 Truman Hill Road
Hardy, VA 24101
(540) 719-2809
Hardy, VA 24101
(540) 719-2809
Gr: PK-5 | 252 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Hardy, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in Hardy, VA include Windy Gap Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Hardy?
1 public schools are located in Hardy.
What is the racial composition of students in Hardy?
Hardy public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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