Best 24517 Virginia Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 606 students in 24517, VA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 24517, VA is Altavista High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 24517 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Virginia public middle school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 70% statewide average). Middle schools in 24517, VA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public middle school average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 24517, VA Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Altavista High School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
904 Bedford Avenue
Altavista, VA 24517
(434) 369-4768
Gr: 6-12 | 606 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 45%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 24517, VA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 24517, VA include Altavista High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 24517?
1 public middle schools are located in 24517.
What is the racial composition of students in 24517?
24517 public middle schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public middle schools average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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