For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 182 students in Big Island, VA.
The top-ranked public school in Big Island, VA is Big Island Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Big Island, VA public school have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Big Island have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Big Island, VA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Big Island Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1114 Schooldays Rd
Big Island, VA 24526
(434) 299-5863
Big Island, VA 24526
(434) 299-5863
Gr: PK-5 | 182 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Big Island, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in Big Island, VA include Big Island Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Big Island?
1 public schools are located in Big Island.
What is the racial composition of students in Big Island?
Big Island public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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