For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 255 students in 24243, VA (there are , serving 15 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 24243, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public school in 24243, VA is Dryden Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» school in zipcode 24243 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 24243, VA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24243, VA ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dryden Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
176 School House Ridge Road
Dryden, VA 24243
(276) 546-4443
Dryden, VA 24243
(276) 546-4443
Gr: PK-4 | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 24243, VA?
The top ranked public schools in 24243, VA include Dryden Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 24243?
1 public schools are located in 24243.
What percentage of students in 24243 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 24243 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 24243?
24243 public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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