For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 882 students in 24301, VA.
The top ranked public preschools in 24301, VA are Pulaski Elementary School and Critzer Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 24301 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Virginia public pre school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 66% statewide average). Pre schools in 24301, VA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public preschool average of 56% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 24301, VA Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pulaski Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2004 Morehead Lane
Pulaski, VA 24301
(540) 643-0737
Pulaski, VA 24301
(540) 643-0737
Gr: PK-5 | 492 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Critzer Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
100 Critzer Dr
Pulaski, VA 24301
(540) 643-0274
Pulaski, VA 24301
(540) 643-0274
Gr: PK-5 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
24301, Virginia 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
100 Northwood Dr
Pulaski, VA 24301
(540) 643-0637
Pulaski, VA 24301
(540) 643-0637
Gr: K-5 | 103 students Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 24301, VA?
The top ranked public preschools in 24301, VA include Pulaski Elementary School and Critzer Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 24301?
2 public preschools are located in 24301.
What is the racial composition of students in 24301?
24301 public preschools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public preschools average of 56% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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