For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,214 students in 24251, VA.
The top-ranked public schools in 24251, VA are Yuma Elementary School, Gate City Middle School and Shoemaker Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 24251 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 24251, VA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24251, VA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
Gate City Middle School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
170 Harry Fry Drive
Gate City, VA 24251
(276) 386-6065
Gate City, VA 24251
(276) 386-6065
Gr: 7-8 | 276 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #33.
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: #44.
Gate City High School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
178 Harry Fry Dr.
Gate City, VA 24251
(276) 386-7522
Gate City, VA 24251
(276) 386-7522
Gr: 9-12 | 592 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: n/an/a
Renaissance/scott Co
Alternative School
340 E Jackson St, C/o Scott Co
Gate City, VA 24251
(276) 386-6118
Gate City, VA 24251
(276) 386-6118
Rank: n/an/a
Scott County Career And Technical Center
Vocational School
387 Broadwater Ave
Gate City, VA 24251
(276) 386-6515
Gate City, VA 24251
(276) 386-6515
Rank: n/an/a
340 East Jackson Street
Gate City, VA 24251
(276) 386-6118
Gate City, VA 24251
(276) 386-6118
Gr: 6-11 | 728 students Student-teacher ratio: 40:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 24251, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in 24251, VA include Yuma Elementary School, Gate City Middle School and Shoemaker Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 24251?
7 public schools are located in 24251.
What is the racial composition of students in 24251?
24251 public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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