Summary:
The 24273 zip code area is home to 3 schools - 1 elementary school, 2 high schools, and no middle schools or alternative schools. These schools are part of the Wise County Public Schools and Norton City Public Schools districts.
The standout school in this set is Central High, which is ranked among the top 10 high schools in Virginia and has consistently received a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. Central High excels in academic performance, with the majority of its students scoring proficient or better on SOL exams across various subjects. The school also boasts a high 4-year graduation rate of 92.8% and a relatively low dropout rate of 4.5%.
In contrast, the performance of Norton Elementary is more mixed, with some grades and subjects exceeding state averages and others falling behind. J.I. Burton High also has varied test score performance, with some subjects like Geometry and Algebra I exceeding state averages, while others like World History I lag behind. All three schools have high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, suggesting a high level of economic disadvantage in the local community.
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