For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 860 students in 22821, VA (there are 3 private schools, serving 217 private students). 80% of all K-12 students in 22821, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 22821, VA are Wilbur S. Pence Middle School and Ottobine Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 22821 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Virginia public school average of 54%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 22821, VA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 22821, VA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wilbur S. Pence Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
375 Bowman Road
Dayton, VA 22821
(540) 879-2535
Dayton, VA 22821
(540) 879-2535
Grades: 6-8
| 668 students
Rank: #22.
Ottobine Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8646 Waggys Creek Rd
Dayton, VA 22821
(540) 879-2091
Dayton, VA 22821
(540) 879-2091
Grades: PK-5
| 192 students
22821, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Dayton Learning Center (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
290 Mill St
Dayton, VA 22821
(540) 879-2033
Dayton, VA 22821
(540) 879-2033
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 22821, VA?
The top ranked public schools in 22821, VA include Wilbur S. Pence Middle School and Ottobine Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 22821?
2 public schools are located in 22821.
What percentage of students in 22821 go to public school?
80% of all K-12 students in 22821 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 22821?
22821 public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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