For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 386 students in 24148, VA.
The top ranked public preschool in 24148, VA is Drewry Mason Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 24148 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Virginia public pre school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 66% statewide average). Pre schools in 24148, VA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public preschool average of 56% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 24148, VA Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Drewry Mason Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
45 Drewry Mason Drive
Ridgeway, VA 24148
(276) 956-3154
Ridgeway, VA 24148
(276) 956-3154
Grades: PK-5
| 386 students
24148, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Patrick Henry Correctional Unit #28 (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
18155 A L Philpott Hwy
Ridgeway, VA 24148
(540) 957-3183
Ridgeway, VA 24148
(540) 957-3183
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 24148, VA?
The top ranked public preschools in 24148, VA include Drewry Mason Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 24148?
1 public preschools are located in 24148.
What is the racial composition of students in 24148?
24148 public preschools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public preschools average of 56% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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