Best Grayson County Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 677 students in Grayson County, VA.
The top-ranked public preschools in Grayson County, VA are Grayson Highlands, Independence Elementary School and Fries Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Grayson County, VA public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Virginia public pre school average of 71%), and reading proficiency score of 78% (versus the 67% statewide average). Pre schools in Grayson County have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% 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 Grayson County (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Grayson Highlands
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
6459 Troutdale Hwy.
Troutdale, VA 24378
(276) 579-2235
Gr: PK-7 | 156 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Independence Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
915 E Main St
Independence, VA 24348
(276) 773-2722
Gr: PK-5 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #33.
Fries Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
114 E Main St
Fries, VA 24330
(276) 744-7201
Gr: PK-7 | 231 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 10%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in Grayson County, VA?
The top-ranked public preschools in Grayson County, VA include Grayson Highlands, Independence Elementary School and Fries Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Grayson County?
3 public preschools are located in Grayson County.
What is the racial composition of students in Grayson County?
Grayson County public preschools minority enrollment is 13% 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 Grayson County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Grayson County include: Grayson Highlands vs. Independence Elementary School, Independence Elementary School vs. Grayson Highlands

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