For the 2024 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 3,788 students in 24153, VA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 24153, VA are Fort Lewis Elementary School, South Salem Elementary School and West Salem Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 24153 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 24153, VA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public elementary school average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24153, VA Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Fort Lewis Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3115 West Main St
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-6594
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-6594
Grades: PK-5
| 255 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
South Salem Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1600 Carolyn Rd
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-2478
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-2478
Grades: K-5
| 379 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
West Salem Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
520 N Bruffey St
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-2503
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-2503
Grades: K-5
| 399 students
Rank: #44.
Mason's Cove Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3370 Bradshaw Rd
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-6530
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-6530
Grades: PK-5
| 203 students
Rank: #55.
Glenvar Middle School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4555 Malus Dr
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-6322
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-6322
Grades: 6-8
| 439 students
Rank: #66.
Andrew Lewis Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
616 South College Ave
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-2513
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-2513
Grades: 6-8
| 887 students
Rank: #77.
East Salem Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1765 Boulevard
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 375-7001
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 375-7001
Grades: PK-5
| 437 students
Rank: #88.
G.w. Carver Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6 Fourth St
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-2492
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-2492
Grades: PK-5
| 448 students
Rank: #99.
Glenvar Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4507 Malus Dr
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-6540
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-6540
Grades: PK-5
| 341 students
24153, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Arnold R. Burton Technical Center (Closed 2021)
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
1760 Boulevard
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 857-5000
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 857-5000
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 24153, VA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 24153, VA include Fort Lewis Elementary School, South Salem Elementary School and West Salem Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 24153, VA?
9 public elementary schools are located in 24153, VA.
What is the racial composition of students in 24153, VA?
24153, VA public elementary schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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