For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,603 students in 24333, VA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 24333, VA are Fairview Elementary School, Galax Middle School and Galax Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 24333 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 24333, VA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24333, VA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fairview Elementary School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2323 Fairview Rd
Galax, VA 24333
(276) 236-2365
Galax, VA 24333
(276) 236-2365
Gr: PK-5 | 146 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Galax Middle School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
202 Maroon Tide Dr
Galax, VA 24333
(276) 236-6124
Galax, VA 24333
(276) 236-6124
Gr: 6-8 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #33.
Galax Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
300 Mcarthur Street
Galax, VA 24333
(276) 236-6159
Galax, VA 24333
(276) 236-6159
Gr: PK-5 | 667 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Gladeville Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3117 Glendale Rd
Galax, VA 24333
(276) 236-5449
Galax, VA 24333
(276) 236-5449
Gr: PK-5 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Oakland Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4930 Pipers Gap Road
Galax, VA 24333
(276) 236-3049
Galax, VA 24333
(276) 236-3049
Gr: PK-5 | 196 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 24333, VA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 24333, VA include Fairview Elementary School, Galax Middle School and Galax Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 24333?
5 public elementary schools are located in 24333.
What is the racial composition of students in 24333?
24333 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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