For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 639 students in 24224, VA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 24224, VA are Castlewood High School and Castlewood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 24224 have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the Virginia public middle school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 70% statewide average). Middle schools in 24224, VA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public middle school average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24224, VA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: 8-12 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Castlewood Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
242 Blue Devil Circle
Castlewood, VA 24224
(276) 762-2315
Castlewood, VA 24224
(276) 762-2315
Gr: PK-7 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 24224, VA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 24224, VA include Castlewood High School and Castlewood Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 24224?
2 public middle schools are located in 24224.
What is the racial composition of students in 24224?
24224 public middle schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public middle schools average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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