For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 442 students in Damascus, VA.
The top-ranked public schools in Damascus, VA are Damascus Middle School and Holston High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Damascus, VA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 81% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Damascus have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% 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 Damascus, VA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Damascus Middle School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
32101 Government Rd
Damascus, VA 24236
(276) 739-4100
Damascus, VA 24236
(276) 739-4100
Gr: 6-8 | 188 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Holston High School
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
21308 Monroe Rd
Damascus, VA 24236
(276) 739-4000
Damascus, VA 24236
(276) 739-4000
Gr: 9-12 | 254 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Damascus, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in Damascus, VA include Damascus Middle School and Holston High School.
How many public schools are located in Damascus?
2 public schools are located in Damascus.
What is the racial composition of students in Damascus?
Damascus public schools minority enrollment is 4% 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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