For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 428 students in 24527, VA (there are 1 private school, serving 9 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 24527, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public school in 24527, VA is Southside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 24527 have an average math proficiency score of 90% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 24527, VA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24527, VA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southside Elementary School
(Math: 90% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
440 East Witt Rd
Blairs, VA 24527
(434) 836-0006
Blairs, VA 24527
(434) 836-0006
Gr: PK-5 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 24527, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in 24527, VA include Southside Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 24527?
1 public schools are located in 24527.
What percentage of students in 24527 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 24527 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 24527?
24527 public schools minority enrollment is 40% 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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