For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,530 students in 24592, VA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 24592, VA are Halifax County Middle School and South Boston Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 24592 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 24592, VA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24592, VA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Halifax County Middle School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1011 Middle School Cir
South Boston, VA 24592
(434) 572-4100
South Boston, VA 24592
(434) 572-4100
Gr: 6-8 | 847 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
South Boston Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2320 Parker Avenue
South Boston, VA 24592
(434) 517-2620
South Boston, VA 24592
(434) 517-2620
Gr: K-5 | 683 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 24592, VA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 24592, VA include Halifax County Middle School and South Boston Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 24592?
2 public elementary schools are located in 24592.
What is the racial composition of students in 24592?
24592 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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