Summary:
The 24066 zip code in Virginia is home to two schools: James River High and Buchanan Elementary. These schools are part of the highly-ranked Botetourt County Public Schools district, which is ranked 5th out of 129 districts in the state.
James River High is a standout school, consistently ranking among the top high schools in Virginia with a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school's test scores, graduation rates, and other metrics are significantly above the state and district averages. In contrast, Buchanan Elementary has a more mixed performance, with a 4-star rating and a ranking that has fluctuated between 194th and 378th among Virginia elementary schools over the past few years.
While both schools have above-average test scores, with most students scoring proficient or better on SOL exams, James River High stands out with exceptional performance. The school also boasts a very high 4-year graduation rate of 92.8% and a relatively low dropout rate of 4.5%. Both schools have a slightly higher chronic absenteeism rate than the state average, but Buchanan Elementary has a higher percentage of students eligible for free and reduced lunch at 47.33%, compared to 33.62% at James River High.
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