For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,407 students in 24549, VA (there are 1 private school, serving 69 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 24549, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 24549, VA are Tunstall High School and Tunstall Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 24549 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Virginia public school average of 54%), and reading proficiency score of 84% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 24549, VA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24549, VA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Tunstall High School
Magnet School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
100 Trojan Cir
Dry Fork, VA 24549
(434) 724-7111
Dry Fork, VA 24549
(434) 724-7111
Grades: 9-12
| 843 students
Rank: #22.
Tunstall Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1160 Tunstall High Rd.
Dry Fork, VA 24549
(434) 724-7086
Dry Fork, VA 24549
(434) 724-7086
Grades: 6-8
| 564 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 24549, VA?
The top ranked public schools in 24549, VA include Tunstall High School and Tunstall Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 24549?
2 public schools are located in 24549.
What percentage of students in 24549 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 24549 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 24549?
24549 public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Recent Articles
College Application Requirement for High School Graduation? DC Weighs Possibility
The article discusses a proposal in Washington D.C. to make college applications a requirement for high school graduation. It examines the potential benefits and drawbacks of such a policy, including its impact on graduation rates and college attendance. The piece also considers similar initiatives in other states and the debate surrounding this approach
Bribing Students to Get Good Grades: The Debate
This piece explores the controversial practice of offering monetary rewards to students for good grades. It examines studies conducted in various cities, discussing the effectiveness of such programs and the ethical concerns they raise. The article presents arguments from both supporters and critics of this approach to student motivation.
September 27, 2024
Understanding RubricsThis article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.