For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,078 students in 24503, VA (there are 2 private schools, serving 483 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 24503, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 24503, VA are Boonsboro Elementary School, Paul Munro Elementary School and Linkhorne Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 24503 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Virginia public school average of 54%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 24503, VA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Virginia public school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24503, VA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Boonsboro Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1234 Eagle Circle
Lynchburg, VA 24503
(434) 384-2881
Lynchburg, VA 24503
(434) 384-2881
Grades: PK-5
| 331 students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Paul Munro Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4641 Locksview Rd
Lynchburg, VA 24503
(434) 515-5260
Lynchburg, VA 24503
(434) 515-5260
Grades: PK-5
| 369 students
Rank: #33.
Linkhorne Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2525 Linkhorne Dr
Lynchburg, VA 24503
(434) 515-5330
Lynchburg, VA 24503
(434) 515-5330
Grades: 6-8
| 586 students
Rank: #44.
Bedford Hills Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4330 Morningside Dr
Lynchburg, VA 24503
(434) 515-5210
Lynchburg, VA 24503
(434) 515-5210
Grades: PK-5
| 383 students
Rank: #55.
Linkhorne Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2501 Linkhorne Dr
Lynchburg, VA 24503
(434) 515-5240
Lynchburg, VA 24503
(434) 515-5240
Grades: PK-5
| 409 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 24503, VA?
The top ranked public schools in 24503, VA include Boonsboro Elementary School, Paul Munro Elementary School and Linkhorne Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 24503?
5 public schools are located in 24503.
What percentage of students in 24503 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 24503 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 24503?
24503 public schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Virginia public schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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