For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,155 students in Altavista, VA.
The top ranked public schools in Altavista, VA are Altavista Elementary School and Altavista High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Altavista, VA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Altavista have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools in Altavista, VA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Altavista Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1003 Lynch Mill Rd
Altavista, VA 24517
(434) 369-5665
Altavista, VA 24517
(434) 369-5665
Grades: PK-5
| 521 students
Rank: #22.
Altavista High School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
904 Bedford Avenue
Altavista, VA 24517
(434) 369-4768
Altavista, VA 24517
(434) 369-4768
Grades: 6-12
| 634 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Altavista, VA?
The top ranked public schools in Altavista, VA include Altavista Elementary School and Altavista High School.
How many public schools are located in Altavista?
2 public schools are located in Altavista.
What is the racial composition of students in Altavista?
Altavista public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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