For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,162 students in 24301, VA.
The top ranked public schools in 24301, VA are Pulaski Elementary School, Critzer Elementary School and Pulaski County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 24301 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 24301, VA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24301, VA Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pulaski Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2004 Morehead Lane
Pulaski, VA 24301
(540) 643-0737
Pulaski, VA 24301
(540) 643-0737
Gr: PK-5 | 492 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Critzer Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
100 Critzer Dr
Pulaski, VA 24301
(540) 643-0274
Pulaski, VA 24301
(540) 643-0274
Gr: PK-5 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #33.
Pulaski County Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4396 Lee Highway
Pulaski, VA 24301
(540) 643-0767
Pulaski, VA 24301
(540) 643-0767
Gr: 6-8 | 797 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
202 N. Washington Ave
Pulaski, VA 24301
(540) 994-2519
Pulaski, VA 24301
(540) 994-2519
Gr: K-12 | 483 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
24301, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
100 Northwood Dr
Pulaski, VA 24301
(540) 643-0637
Pulaski, VA 24301
(540) 643-0637
Gr: K-5 | 103 students Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 24301, VA?
The top ranked public schools in 24301, VA include Pulaski Elementary School, Critzer Elementary School and Pulaski County Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 24301?
4 public schools are located in 24301.
What is the racial composition of students in 24301?
24301 public schools minority enrollment is 27% 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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