For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 539 students in 24348, VA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 24348, VA are Independence Elementary School and Independence Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 24348 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 24348, VA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public elementary school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24348, VA Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Independence Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
915 E Main St
Independence, VA 24348
(276) 773-2722
Independence, VA 24348
(276) 773-2722
Grades: K-5
| 277 students
Rank: #22.
Independence Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
100 Blue Devil Drive
Independence, VA 24348
(276) 773-3020
Independence, VA 24348
(276) 773-3020
Grades: 6-8
| 262 students
24348, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
77 Bridle Creek Rd
Independence, VA 24348
(276) 773-2611
Independence, VA 24348
(276) 773-2611
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
P. O. Box 155
Independence, VA 24348
(276) 744-7548
Independence, VA 24348
(276) 744-7548
Grades: 6-8
| 118 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 24348, VA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 24348, VA include Independence Elementary School and Independence Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 24348?
2 public elementary schools are located in 24348.
What is the racial composition of students in 24348?
24348 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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