For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,271 students in 24523, VA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 24523, VA are Liberty Middle School and Bedford Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 24523 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 24523, VA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24523, VA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Liberty Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1237 Lacey Putney Way
Bedford, VA 24523
(540) 586-7735
Bedford, VA 24523
(540) 586-7735
Grades: 6-8
| 535 students
Rank: #22.
Bedford Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
806 Tiger Trail Road
Bedford, VA 24523
(540) 586-0275
Bedford, VA 24523
(540) 586-0275
Grades: 2-5
| 447 students
24523, Virginia 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3420 Body Camp Rd
Bedford, VA 24523
(540) 297-7391
Bedford, VA 24523
(540) 297-7391
Grades: PK-5
| 178 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 24523, VA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 24523, VA include Liberty Middle School and Bedford Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 24523?
3 public elementary schools are located in 24523.
What is the racial composition of students in 24523?
24523 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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