For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 572 students in Alton, VA.
The top-ranked public school in Alton, VA is Cluster Springs Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Alton, VA public school have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Alton have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Alton, VA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cluster Springs Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7091 Huell Matthews Hwy.
Alton, VA 24520
(434) 517-2600
Alton, VA 24520
(434) 517-2600
Gr: PK-5 | 572 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Alton, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in Alton, VA include Cluster Springs Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Alton?
1 public schools are located in Alton.
What is the racial composition of students in Alton?
Alton public schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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