For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 204 students in Wirtz, VA.
The top-ranked public school in Wirtz, VA is Dudley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Wirtz, VA public school have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Wirtz have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Wirtz, VA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dudley Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7250 Brooks Mill Rd
Wirtz, VA 24184
(540) 721-2621
Wirtz, VA 24184
(540) 721-2621
Gr: PK-5 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Wirtz, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
80 Burnt Chimney Road
Wirtz, VA 24184
(540) 721-2936
Wirtz, VA 24184
(540) 721-2936
Gr: PK-5 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Wirtz, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in Wirtz, VA include Dudley Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Wirtz?
1 public schools are located in Wirtz.
What is the racial composition of students in Wirtz?
Wirtz public schools minority enrollment is 24% 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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