For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 295 students in 24224, VA.
The top ranked public high school in 24224, VA is Castlewood High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 24224 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Virginia public high school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 81% statewide average). High schools in 24224, VA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 24224 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Virginia average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Castlewood High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24224, VA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Castlewood High School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
304 Blue Devil Circle
Castlewood, VA 24224
(276) 762-9449
Castlewood, VA 24224
(276) 762-9449
Grades: 8-12
| 295 students
24224, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
23894 U.s. Highway 58
Castlewood, VA 24224
(276) 794-9306
Castlewood, VA 24224
(276) 794-9306
Grades: PK-1
| 145 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 24224, VA?
The top ranked public high schools in 24224, VA include Castlewood High School.
How many public high schools are located in 24224?
1 public high schools are located in 24224.
What is the racial composition of students in 24224?
24224 public high schools minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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