Best 24401 Virginia Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 949 students in 24401, VA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 24401, VA is Shelburne Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 24401 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Virginia public middle school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 70% statewide average). Middle schools in 24401, VA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public middle school average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 24401, VA Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shelburne Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
300 Grubert Ave
Staunton, VA 24401
(540) 332-3930
Gr: 6-8 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: n/an/a
240 Don Hanger Circle
Staunton, VA 24401
(540) 414-0630
Gr: 6-8 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 24401, VA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 24401, VA include Shelburne Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 24401?
2 public middle schools are located in 24401.
What is the racial composition of students in 24401?
24401 public middle schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public middle schools average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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