For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 253 students in 24563, VA (there are , serving 109 private students). 70% of all K-12 students in 24563, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public school in 24563, VA is John L. Hurt Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 24563 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Virginia public school average of 54%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 24563, VA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24563, VA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
John L. Hurt Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
315 Prospect Rd
Hurt, VA 24563
(434) 630-1812
Hurt, VA 24563
(434) 630-1812
Grades: PK-5
| 253 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 24563, VA?
The top ranked public schools in 24563, VA include John L. Hurt Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 24563?
1 public schools are located in 24563.
What percentage of students in 24563 go to public school?
70% of all K-12 students in 24563 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 24563?
24563 public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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