For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public preschools serving 1,916 students in Scott County, VA.
The top-ranked public preschools in Scott County, VA are Hilton Elementary School, Weber City Elementary School and Yuma Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Scott County, VA public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 83% (versus the Virginia public pre school average of 71%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 67% statewide average). Pre schools in Scott County have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% 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 Scott County (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hilton Elementary School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
303 Academy Rd., Highway 58
Hiltons, VA 24258
(276) 386-7430
Hiltons, VA 24258
(276) 386-7430
Gr: PK-6 | 159 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Weber City Elementary School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
322 Jennings St
Weber City, VA 24290
(276) 386-7981
Weber City, VA 24290
(276) 386-7981
Gr: PK-6 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #33.
Yuma Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
130 Grover Cleveland Lane
Gate City, VA 24251
(276) 386-3109
Gate City, VA 24251
(276) 386-3109
Gr: PK-6 | 199 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #44.
Nickelsville Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11415 Nickesville Hwy, Highway
Nickelsville, VA 24271
(276) 479-2676
Nickelsville, VA 24271
(276) 479-2676
Gr: PK-7 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #55.
Shoemaker Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
218 Shoemaker Dr
Gate City, VA 24251
(276) 386-7002
Gate City, VA 24251
(276) 386-7002
Gr: PK-6 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #66.
Duffield-pattonsville Primary
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
663 Duffield-pattonsville High
Duffield, VA 24244
(276) 431-2244
Duffield, VA 24244
(276) 431-2244
Gr: PK-4 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #77.
Dungannon Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
113 Fifth Avenue, Highway 65 A
Dungannon, VA 24245
(276) 467-2281
Dungannon, VA 24245
(276) 467-2281
Gr: PK-7 | 131 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Scott County, VA?
The top-ranked public preschools in Scott County, VA include Hilton Elementary School, Weber City Elementary School and Yuma Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Scott County?
7 public preschools are located in Scott County.
What is the racial composition of students in Scott County?
Scott County public preschools minority enrollment is 6% 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 Scott County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Scott County include: Weber City Elementary School vs. Shoemaker Elementary School, Weber City Elementary School vs. Hilton Elementary School, Duffield-pattonsville Primary vs. Shoemaker Elementary School
Recent Articles
When “Free Public School” Still Isn’t Free
Discover the hidden costs of public school in 2026, from supplies and fees to transportation, technology, and extracurricular expenses.
What a District Budget Cut Means for Your Child's School Experience
Learn how district budget cuts can affect class sizes, programs, staffing, transportation, and your child's daily school experience in 2026.
School Closure Risk: What Parents Should Check Before Moving
Learn how parents can assess school closure risk before buying or renting in a district, using enrollment, funding, and boundary data.