For the 2025 school year, there are 15 public schools serving 6,196 students in 24153, VA (there are , serving 128 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 24153, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 24153, VA are Glenvar High School, Fort Lewis Elementary School and South Salem Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 24153 have an average math proficiency score of 79% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 24153, VA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24153, VA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Glenvar High School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 90-94% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4549 Malus Dr
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-6536
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-6536
Gr: 9-12 | 621 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Fort Lewis Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3115 West Main St
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-6594
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-6594
Gr: PK-5 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
South Salem Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1600 Carolyn Rd
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-2478
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-2478
Gr: PK-5 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #44.
Salem High School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 91%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
400 Spartan Dr
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-2437
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-2437
Gr: 9-12 | 1,213 student Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #55.
Mason's Cove Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3370 Bradshaw Rd
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-6530
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-6530
Gr: PK-5 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #66.
Glenvar Middle School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4555 Malus Dr
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-6322
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-6322
Gr: 6-8 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #77.
West Salem Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
520 N Bruffey St
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-2503
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-2503
Gr: PK-5 | 407 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #88.
Andrew Lewis Middle School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
616 South College Ave
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-2513
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-2513
Gr: 6-8 | 850 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #99.
East Salem Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1765 Boulevard
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 375-7001
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 375-7001
Gr: PK-5 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #1010.
Glenvar Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4507 Malus Dr
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-6540
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-6540
Gr: PK-5 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #1111.
G.w. Carver Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6 Fourth St
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-2492
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-2492
Gr: PK-5 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: n/an/a
Burton Center For Arts And Technology
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
1760 Roanoke Boulevard
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 857-5000
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 857-5000
Rank: n/an/a
Governor's Stem Academy At The Burton Center For Arts And Te
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
1760 Roanoke Boulevard
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 562-3900
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 562-3900
Rank: n/an/a
510 South College Ave
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 389-0130
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 389-0130
Gr: K-12 | 667 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
24153, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Arnold R. Burton Technical Center (Closed 2023)
Vocational School
1760 Boulevard
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 857-5000
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 857-5000
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 24153, VA?
The top ranked public schools in 24153, VA include Glenvar High School, Fort Lewis Elementary School and South Salem Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 24153?
15 public schools are located in 24153.
What percentage of students in 24153 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 24153 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 24153?
24153 public schools minority enrollment is 30% 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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