For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,095 students in 24060, VA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 24060, VA are Margaret Beeks Elementary School, Gilbert Linkous Elementary School and Prices Fork Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 24060 have an average math proficiency score of 78% (versus the Virginia public pre school average of 71%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 67% statewide average). Pre schools in 24060, VA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Virginia public preschool average of 57% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 24060, VA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Margaret Beeks Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
709 Airport Rd
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 951-5700
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 951-5700
Gr: PK-5 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Gilbert Linkous Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
813 Toms Creek Rd
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 951-5726
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 951-5726
Gr: PK-5 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
Prices Fork Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4021 Prices Fork Rd
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 951-5736
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 951-5736
Gr: PK-5 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 24060, VA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 24060, VA include Margaret Beeks Elementary School, Gilbert Linkous Elementary School and Prices Fork Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 24060?
3 public preschools are located in 24060.
What is the racial composition of students in 24060?
24060 public preschools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Virginia public preschools average of 57% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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