For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 308 students in 24277, VA.
The top ranked public preschool in 24277, VA is Elk Knob Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 24277 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Virginia public pre school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 66% statewide average). Pre schools in 24277, VA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public preschool average of 56% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 24277, VA Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Elk Knob Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
148 Hornet Loop
Pennington Gap, VA 24277
(276) 546-1837
Pennington Gap, VA 24277
(276) 546-1837
Grades: PK-4
| 308 students
24277, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
201 Middle School Dr
Pennington Gap, VA 24277
(276) 546-1453
Pennington Gap, VA 24277
(276) 546-1453
Grades: 6-8
| 332 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 24277, VA?
The top ranked public preschools in 24277, VA include Elk Knob Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 24277?
1 public preschools are located in 24277.
What is the racial composition of students in 24277?
24277 public preschools minority enrollment is 4% 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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