For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 416 students in 24479, VA.
The top ranked public high school in 24479, VA is Buffalo Gap High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 24479 have an average math proficiency score of 87% (versus the Virginia public high school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 81% statewide average). High schools in 24479, VA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Virginia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 24479 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Virginia average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Buffalo Gap High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24479, VA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Buffalo Gap High School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1800 Buffalo Gap Hwy
Swoope, VA 24479
(540) 337-6021
Swoope, VA 24479
(540) 337-6021
Grades: 9-12
| 416 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 24479, VA?
The top ranked public high schools in 24479, VA include Buffalo Gap High School.
How many public high schools are located in 24479?
1 public high schools are located in 24479.
What is the racial composition of students in 24479?
24479 public high schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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