For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,161 students in 24641, VA (there are , serving 32 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 24641, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 24641, VA are Richlands High School and Richlands Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 24641 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the Virginia public school average of 54%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 24641, VA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24641, VA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Richlands High School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
138 Tornado Alley
Richlands, VA 24641
(276) 964-4602
Richlands, VA 24641
(276) 964-4602
Grades: 9-12
| 600 students
Rank: #22.
Richlands Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
309 East Front Street
Richlands, VA 24641
(276) 964-4112
Richlands, VA 24641
(276) 964-4112
Grades: PK-5
| 561 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 24641, VA?
The top ranked public schools in 24641, VA include Richlands High School and Richlands Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 24641?
2 public schools are located in 24641.
What percentage of students in 24641 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 24641 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 24641?
24641 public schools minority enrollment is 4% 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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