For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 2,897 students in 24502, VA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 24502, VA are Tomahawk Elementary School, Leesville Road Elementary School and Sandusky Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 24502 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Virginia public pre school average of 71%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 67% statewide average). Pre schools in 24502, VA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public preschool average of 57% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 24502, VA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tomahawk Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
155 Bee Drive
Lynchburg, VA 24502
(434) 237-4090
Lynchburg, VA 24502
(434) 237-4090
Gr: PK-5 | 667 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Leesville Road Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
25 Lewis Way
Lynchburg, VA 24502
(434) 239-0303
Lynchburg, VA 24502
(434) 239-0303
Gr: PK-5 | 646 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #33.
Sandusky Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5828 Apache Ln
Lynchburg, VA 24502
(434) 515-5280
Lynchburg, VA 24502
(434) 515-5280
Gr: PK-5 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #44.
Sheffield Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
115 Kenwood Place
Lynchburg, VA 24502
(434) 515-5290
Lynchburg, VA 24502
(434) 515-5290
Gr: PK-5 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #55.
Heritage Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
501 Leesville Rd
Lynchburg, VA 24502
(434) 515-5230
Lynchburg, VA 24502
(434) 515-5230
Gr: PK-5 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #66.
Perrymont Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
409 Perrymont Ave
Lynchburg, VA 24502
(434) 515-5250
Lynchburg, VA 24502
(434) 515-5250
Gr: PK-5 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 24502, VA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 24502, VA include Tomahawk Elementary School, Leesville Road Elementary School and Sandusky Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 24502?
6 public preschools are located in 24502.
What is the racial composition of students in 24502?
24502 public preschools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public preschools average of 57% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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