For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,343 students in 24343, VA (there are , serving 51 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 24343, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 24343, VA are Carroll County High School, Gladesboro Elementary School and Hillsville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 24343 have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 24343, VA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24343, VA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Carroll County High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
100 Cavs Lane
Hillsville, VA 24343
(276) 728-2125
Hillsville, VA 24343
(276) 728-2125
Grades: 9-12
| 1,057 students
Rank: #22.
Gladesboro Elementary School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7845 Snake Creek
Hillsville, VA 24343
(276) 398-2493
Hillsville, VA 24343
(276) 398-2493
Grades: PK-5
| 93 students
Rank: #33.
Hillsville Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
90 Patriot Lane
Hillsville, VA 24343
(276) 728-7312
Hillsville, VA 24343
(276) 728-7312
Grades: PK-5
| 467 students
Rank: #44.
Carroll County Middle School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1036 N. Main Street
Hillsville, VA 24343
(276) 728-4211
Hillsville, VA 24343
(276) 728-4211
Grades: 6-8
| 726 students
Rank: n/an/a
Blue Ridge Crossroads Governor's Academy For Technical Educa
Vocational School
100 Cavs Lane
Hillsville, VA 24343
(276) 728-2125
Hillsville, VA 24343
(276) 728-2125
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Carroll County Education Center
Alternative School
205 Oak Street
Hillsville, VA 24343
(276) 728-9055
Hillsville, VA 24343
(276) 728-9055
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Carroll-galax Reg Alt Educational Prgm/the Rae Center
Alternative School
605-9 Pine St, C/o Carrol Co P
Hillsville, VA 24343
(276) 730-3200
Hillsville, VA 24343
(276) 730-3200
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
24343, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1036 North Main St
Hillsville, VA 24343
(276) 728-4211
Hillsville, VA 24343
(276) 728-4211
Grades: 8-9
| 619 students
Carroll County Public School D
Hillsville, VA 24343
(276) 728-3191
Hillsville, VA 24343
(276) 728-3191
Grades: K-8
| 347 students
Southwestern Va Tr Center Ep (Closed 2008)
Special Education School
160 Training Center Road
Hillsville, VA 24343
(276) 728-3121
Hillsville, VA 24343
(276) 728-3121
Grades: PK-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 24343, VA?
The top ranked public schools in 24343, VA include Carroll County High School, Gladesboro Elementary School and Hillsville Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 24343?
7 public schools are located in 24343.
What percentage of students in 24343 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 24343 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 24343?
24343 public schools minority enrollment is 10% 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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