Best South Hill Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 767 students in South Hill, VA (there are 1 private school, serving 91 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in South Hill, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public school in South Hill, VA is South Hill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
South Hill, VA public school have an average math proficiency score of 83% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in South Hill have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in South Hill, VA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Hill Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1290 Plank Road
South Hill, VA 23970
(434) 447-8134
Gr: PK-5 | 767 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 61%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in South Hill, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in South Hill, VA include South Hill Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in South Hill?
1 public schools are located in South Hill.
What percentage of students in South Hill go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in South Hill are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in South Hill?
South Hill public schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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