For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,229 students in 24551, VA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 24551, VA are Forest Elementary School, Thomas Jefferson Elementary School and New London Academy Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 24551 have an average math proficiency score of 85% (versus the Virginia public pre school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 81% (versus the 66% statewide average). Pre schools in 24551, VA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public preschool average of 56% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 24551, VA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Forest Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
One Scholar Lane
Forest, VA 24551
(434) 525-2681
Forest, VA 24551
(434) 525-2681
Gr: PK-5 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1255 Patriot Place
Forest, VA 24551
(434) 534-6159
Forest, VA 24551
(434) 534-6159
Gr: PK-5 | 540 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
New London Academy Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12400 E Lynchburg-salem Trnpk
Forest, VA 24551
(434) 525-2177
Forest, VA 24551
(434) 525-2177
Gr: PK-5 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 24551, VA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 24551, VA include Forest Elementary School, Thomas Jefferson Elementary School and New London Academy Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 24551?
3 public preschools are located in 24551.
What is the racial composition of students in 24551?
24551 public preschools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public preschools average of 56% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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