For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 247 students in 24579, VA.
The top ranked public school in 24579, VA is Natural Bridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 24579 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Virginia public school average of 54%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 24579, VA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24579, VA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Natural Bridge Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
42 Natural Bridge School Rd.
Natural Bridge Station, VA 24579
(540) 291-2292
Natural Bridge Station, VA 24579
(540) 291-2292
Grades: PK-5
| 247 students
24579, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Thunder Ridge Juvenile Cor. Center (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
74 Learning Center Loop
Natural Bridge Station, VA 24579
(540) 291-2536
Natural Bridge Station, VA 24579
(540) 291-2536
Grades: 8-12
| 54 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 24579, VA?
The top ranked public schools in 24579, VA include Natural Bridge Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 24579?
1 public schools are located in 24579.
What is the racial composition of students in 24579?
24579 public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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