For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,112 students in 24060, VA.
The top ranked public preschools in 24060, VA are Gilbert Linkous Elementary School, Margaret Beeks 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 72% (versus the Virginia public pre school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 67% statewide average). Pre schools in 24060, VA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Virginia public preschool average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24060, VA Public Preschools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Gilbert Linkous Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
813 Toms Creek Rd
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 951-5726
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 951-5726
Grades: PK-5
| 329 students
Rank: #22.
Margaret Beeks Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
709 Airport Rd
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 951-5700
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 951-5700
Grades: PK-5
| 343 students
Rank: #33.
Prices Fork Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | 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
Grades: PK-5
| 440 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 24060, VA?
The top ranked public preschools in 24060, VA include Gilbert Linkous Elementary School, Margaret Beeks 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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Virginia public preschools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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