For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 931 students in 24360, VA (there are 1 private school, serving 36 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 24360, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 24360, VA are Fort Chiswell Middle School, Max Meadows Elementary School and Fort Chiswell High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 24360 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 78% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 24360, VA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24360, VA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fort Chiswell Middle School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
101 Pioneer Trail
Max Meadows, VA 24360
(276) 637-4400
Max Meadows, VA 24360
(276) 637-4400
Gr: 6-8 | 319 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Max Meadows Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
213 School St
Max Meadows, VA 24360
(276) 637-3211
Max Meadows, VA 24360
(276) 637-3211
Gr: PK-5 | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #33.
Fort Chiswell High School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
#1 Pioneer Trail
Max Meadows, VA 24360
(276) 637-3437
Max Meadows, VA 24360
(276) 637-3437
Gr: 9-12 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 24360, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in 24360, VA include Fort Chiswell Middle School, Max Meadows Elementary School and Fort Chiswell High School.
How many public schools are located in 24360?
3 public schools are located in 24360.
What percentage of students in 24360 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 24360 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 24360?
24360 public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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