For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,318 students in 24251, VA.
The top ranked public schools in 24251, VA are Gate City High School, Yuma Elementary School and Gate City Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 24251 have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Virginia public school average of 54%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 24251, VA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24251, VA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Gate City High School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
178 Harry Fry Dr.
Gate City, VA 24251
(276) 386-7522
Gate City, VA 24251
(276) 386-7522
Grades: 9-12
| 601 students
Rank: #22.
Yuma Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
130 Grover Cleveland Lane
Gate City, VA 24251
(276) 386-3109
Gate City, VA 24251
(276) 386-3109
Grades: PK-6
| 192 students
Rank: #33.
Gate City Middle School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
170 Harry Fry Drive
Gate City, VA 24251
(276) 386-6065
Gate City, VA 24251
(276) 386-6065
Grades: 7-8
| 311 students
Rank: #44.
Shoemaker Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
218 Shoemaker Dr
Gate City, VA 24251
(276) 386-7002
Gate City, VA 24251
(276) 386-7002
Grades: PK-6
| 479 students
Rank: n/an/a
Renaissance/scott Co
Alternative School
340 E Jackson St, C/o Scott Co
Gate City, VA 24251
(276) 386-6118
Gate City, VA 24251
(276) 386-6118
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Scott County Career And Technical Center
Vocational School
387 Broadwater Ave
Gate City, VA 24251
(276) 386-6515
Gate City, VA 24251
(276) 386-6515
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
340 East Jackson Street
Gate City, VA 24251
(276) 386-6118
Gate City, VA 24251
(276) 386-6118
Grades: 6-11
| 735 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 24251, VA?
The top ranked public schools in 24251, VA include Gate City High School, Yuma Elementary School and Gate City Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 24251?
7 public schools are located in 24251.
What is the racial composition of students in 24251?
24251 public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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