For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 533 students in 24504, VA.
The top ranked public school in 24504, VA is Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle For Innovation. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 24504 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 24504, VA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24504, VA 51±¬ÁÏs (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle For Innovation
Magnet School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1200 1208 Polk St
Lynchburg, VA 24504
(434) 515-5310
Lynchburg, VA 24504
(434) 515-5310
Gr: 6-8 | 533 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 24504, VA?
The top ranked public schools in 24504, VA include Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle For Innovation.
How many public schools are located in 24504?
1 public schools are located in 24504.
What is the racial composition of students in 24504?
24504 public schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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