For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 362 students in 24090, VA.
The top ranked public middle school in 24090, VA is Central Academy Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 24090 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Virginia public middle school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 83% (versus the 70% statewide average). Middle schools in 24090, VA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public middle school average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24090, VA Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Central Academy Middle School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
367 Poor Farm Rd
Fincastle, VA 24090
(540) 473-8333
Fincastle, VA 24090
(540) 473-8333
Grades: 6-8
| 362 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 24090, VA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 24090, VA include Central Academy Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 24090?
1 public middle schools are located in 24090.
What is the racial composition of students in 24090?
24090 public middle schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public middle schools average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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