For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 470 students in 24127, VA (there are , serving 12 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 24127, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 24127, VA are Craig County High School and Mccleary Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 24127 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Virginia public school average of 54%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 24127, VA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24127, VA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Craig County High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
25239 Craigs Creek Road, Hwy 6
New Castle, VA 24127
(540) 864-5185
New Castle, VA 24127
(540) 864-5185
Grades: 6-12
| 261 students
Rank: #22.
Mccleary Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
25345 Craigs Creek Road, Hwy 6
New Castle, VA 24127
(540) 864-5173
New Castle, VA 24127
(540) 864-5173
Grades: PK-5
| 209 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 24127, VA?
The top ranked public schools in 24127, VA include Craig County High School and Mccleary Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 24127?
2 public schools are located in 24127.
What percentage of students in 24127 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 24127 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 24127?
24127 public schools minority enrollment is 1% 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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