Best Bristol Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,254 students in Bristol, VA.
The top-ranked public preschools in Bristol, VA are High Point Elementary School and Valley Institute Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bristol, VA public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 87% (versus the Virginia public pre school average of 71%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 67% statewide average). Pre schools in Bristol have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public preschool average of 57% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best Public Preschools in Bristol, VA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
High Point Elementary School
(Math: 91% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
14091 Sinking Creek Rd
Bristol, VA 24202
(276) 642-5600
Gr: PK-5 | 582 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Valley Institute Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
4350 Gate City Highway
Bristol, VA 24202
(276) 642-5500
Gr: PK-5 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: n/an/a
350 Spring Hill Terrace
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5770
Gr: PK-1 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 28%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in Bristol, VA?
The top-ranked public preschools in Bristol, VA include High Point Elementary School and Valley Institute Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Bristol?
3 public preschools are located in Bristol.
What is the racial composition of students in Bristol?
Bristol public preschools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public preschools average of 57% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public preschools in Bristol are often viewed compared to one another?

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