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Best Bristol Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 4,055 students in Bristol, VA (there are 5 private schools, serving 456 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in Bristol, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Bristol, VA are Wallace Middle School, John S. Battle High School and High Point Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bristol, VA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Bristol have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Bristol, VA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wallace Middle School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
13077 Wallace Pike
Bristol, VA 24202
(276) 642-5400
Gr: 6-8 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
John S. Battle High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
21264 Battle Hill Dr
Bristol, VA 24202
(276) 642-5300
Gr: 9-12 | 613 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
High Point Elementary School
(Math: 91% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
14091 Sinking Creek Rd
Bristol, VA 24202
(276) 642-5600
Gr: PK-5 | 582 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #44.
Virginia High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
650 Long Crescent Dr
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5858
Gr: 9-12 | 638 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #55.
Valley Institute Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
4350 Gate City Highway
Bristol, VA 24202
(276) 642-5500
Gr: PK-5 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #66.
Virginia Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
855 Piedmont Avenue
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5660
Gr: 6-8 | 452 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #77.
Highlands Juvenile Detention Home
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2105 Shakesville Road
Bristol, VA 24203
(276) 466-7817
Rank: n/an/a
Crossroads Alternative/bristol City
Alternative School
280 Lee Street, C/o Bristol Ci
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5600
Rank: n/an/a
Virginia Intermediate School
350 Van Pelt Circle
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5710
Gr: 2-5 | 655 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: n/an/a
Virginia Primary School
350 Spring Hill Terrace
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5770
Gr: PK-1 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 28%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Bristol, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in Bristol, VA include Wallace Middle School, John S. Battle High School and High Point Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Bristol?
10 public schools are located in Bristol.
What percentage of students in Bristol go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in Bristol are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Bristol?
Bristol public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public schools in Bristol are often viewed compared to one another?

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