For the 2024 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 1,684 students in 24153, VA.
The top ranked public preschools in 24153, VA are Fort Lewis Elementary School, Mason's Cove Elementary School and East Salem Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 24153 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Virginia public pre school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 67% statewide average). Pre schools in 24153, VA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public preschool average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24153, VA Public Preschools (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: #22.
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: #33.
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: #44.
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: #55.
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 preschools in 24153, VA?
The top ranked public preschools in 24153, VA include Fort Lewis Elementary School, Mason's Cove Elementary School and East Salem Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 24153, VA?
5 public preschools are located in 24153, VA.
What is the racial composition of students in 24153, VA?
24153, VA public preschools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public preschools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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