Summary:
Zip code 24148, serving the Ridgeway, Virginia area, contains just one public elementary school—Drewry Mason Elementary—which serves grades PK through 5 and enrolls 382 students as part of Henry County Public Schools.
Drewry Mason has established itself as a clear academic standout, improving its state ranking from 501st to 349th over two years and climbing from the 55th to the 69th percentile among Virginia elementary schools. In 2025-2026, the school posted an average SOL proficiency of 79.7%, beating the district average of 70.8% and the state average of 71.6% in every single subject. Math proficiency reached 83.6%, English reading hit 78.3%, and Virginia Studies topped out at 81.9%, which was nearly 16 points above the district. Even the lowest subject, 5th grade science, outperformed both district and state averages. This consistent strength is especially notable given that nearly 99% of students qualify for free or reduced lunch.
The school also excels beyond test scores. Its chronic absenteeism rate of 12.3% is significantly better than the district's 18.8% and the state's 14.8%, helping support regular learning. Drewry Mason posted a remarkable near-13 point improvement in 3rd grade math in a single year, and a favorable student-teacher ratio of 14.6 provides students with solid classroom support. While 5th grade science dipped slightly this past year, it remains above state and district levels. Overall, Drewry Mason earns 3 stars while its district earns just 2, making it a genuine success story and a bright spot for families in the Ridgeway area.
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