For the 2026 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 52% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 24127, VA have an average ranking of 3/10, 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Craig County High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
25239 Craigs Creek Road, Hwy 6
New Castle, VA 24127
(540) 864-5185
New Castle, VA 24127
(540) 864-5185
Gr: 6-12 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Mccleary Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
25345 Craigs Creek Road, Hwy 6
New Castle, VA 24127
(540) 864-5173
New Castle, VA 24127
(540) 864-5173
Gr: PK-5 | 209 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
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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