For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 864 students in 24401, VA.
The top-ranked public preschool in 24401, VA is Riverheads Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 24401 have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Virginia public pre school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 66% statewide average). Pre schools in 24401, VA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Virginia public preschool average of 56% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 24401, VA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riverheads Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
239 Don Hanger Circle
Staunton, VA 24401
(540) 337-2535
Staunton, VA 24401
(540) 337-2535
Gr: PK-5 | 721 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: n/an/a
1751 Shutterlee Mill Road, Dix
Staunton, VA 24401
(540) 332-3934
Staunton, VA 24401
(540) 332-3934
Gr: PK | 143 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
24401, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
116 Cedar Green Rd
Staunton, VA 24401
(540) 885-8024
Staunton, VA 24401
(540) 885-8024
Gr: PK-5 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Shenandoah Valley Regional Alternative Ed/genesis (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
1825 Richmond Road
Staunton, VA 24401
(540) 213-6507
Staunton, VA 24401
(540) 213-6507
Gr: Inquire with school
Staunton Correctional Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
301 Greenville Ave
Staunton, VA 24401
(540) 332-7500
Staunton, VA 24401
(540) 332-7500
125 S. Augusta St, Suite 2100
Staunton, VA 24401
(855) 654-9250
Staunton, VA 24401
(855) 654-9250
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 24401, VA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 24401, VA include Riverheads Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 24401?
2 public preschools are located in 24401.
What is the racial composition of students in 24401?
24401 public preschools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Virginia public preschools average of 56% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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