For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 634 students in 24517, VA.
The top ranked public high school in 24517, VA is Altavista High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 24517 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Virginia public high school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 81% statewide average). High schools in 24517, VA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 24517 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the Virginia average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Altavista High School, with 80-84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24517, VA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Altavista High School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
904 Bedford Avenue
Altavista, VA 24517
(434) 369-4768
Altavista, VA 24517
(434) 369-4768
Gr: 6-12 | 634 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 24517, VA?
The top ranked public high schools in 24517, VA include Altavista High School.
How many public high schools are located in 24517?
1 public high schools are located in 24517.
What is the racial composition of students in 24517?
24517 public high schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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