For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 590 students in 24368, VA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 24368, VA are Rural Retreat Elementary School and Rural Retreat Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 24368 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 81% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 24368, VA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24368, VA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rural Retreat Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
100 Martha Debord Way
Rural Retreat, VA 24368
(276) 686-4125
Rural Retreat, VA 24368
(276) 686-4125
Grades: PK-5
| 361 students
Rank: #22.
Rural Retreat Middle School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
325 E. Buck Ave.
Rural Retreat, VA 24368
(276) 686-5200
Rural Retreat, VA 24368
(276) 686-5200
Grades: 6-8
| 229 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 24368, VA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 24368, VA include Rural Retreat Elementary School and Rural Retreat Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 24368?
2 public elementary schools are located in 24368.
What is the racial composition of students in 24368?
24368 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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