For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,292 students in 24437, VA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 24437, VA are S. Gordon Stewart Middle School and Edward G. Clymore Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 24437 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 24437, VA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24437, VA Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
S. Gordon Stewart Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
118 Fort Defiance Rd
Fort Defiance, VA 24437
(540) 245-5046
Fort Defiance, VA 24437
(540) 245-5046
Gr: 6-8 | 516 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Edward G. Clymore Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
184 Fort Defiance Rd
Fort Defiance, VA 24437
(540) 245-5043
Fort Defiance, VA 24437
(540) 245-5043
Gr: PK-5 | 776 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 24437, VA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 24437, VA include S. Gordon Stewart Middle School and Edward G. Clymore Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 24437?
2 public elementary schools are located in 24437.
What is the racial composition of students in 24437?
24437 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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