For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,942 students in Bristol, VA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Bristol, VA are Wallace Middle School, High Point Elementary School and Virginia Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bristol, VA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in Bristol have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Elementary Schools in Bristol, VA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wallace Middle School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
13077 Wallace Pike
Bristol, VA 24202
(276) 642-5400
Bristol, VA 24202
(276) 642-5400
Grades: 6-8
| 427 students
Rank: #22.
High Point Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
14091 Sinking Creek Rd
Bristol, VA 24202
(276) 642-5600
Bristol, VA 24202
(276) 642-5600
Grades: PK-5
| 568 students
Rank: #33.
Virginia Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
855 Piedmont Avenue
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5660
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5660
Grades: 6-8
| 458 students
Rank: #44.
Washington-lee Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
185 Washington Lee Dr
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5800
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5800
Grades: PK-5
| 219 students
Rank: #55.
Valley Institute Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4350 Gate City Highway
Bristol, VA 24202
(276) 642-5500
Bristol, VA 24202
(276) 642-5500
Grades: PK-5
| 270 students
Bristol, Virginia ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1425 Eads St
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5710
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5710
Grades: PK-5
| 164 students
350 Spring Hill Terrace
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5770
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5770
Grades: PK-5
| 425 students
2045 Euclid Ave
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5740
Bristol, VA 24201
(276) 821-5740
Grades: PK-5
| 263 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Bristol, VA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Bristol, VA include Wallace Middle School, High Point Elementary School and Virginia Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Bristol?
5 public elementary schools are located in Bristol.
What is the racial composition of students in Bristol?
Bristol public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Bristol are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Bristol include: Valley Institute Elementary School vs. High Point Elementary School, High Point Elementary School vs. Valley Institute Elementary School
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