Best Schools in Ararat, Virginia
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Blue Ridge Elementary
Elementary · Patrick County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.9
out of 10
Median Home
$159,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.9
out of 10
Median Home
$159,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Ararat
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Blue Ridge Elementary | 8.9 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.9/10
- Median household income
- $52,173
- Median home value
- $159,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 11%
- Avg commute
- 42 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 71%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Ararat compares
Median household income
$52k
59% of Virginia median
About Schools in Ararat, Virginia
Ararat, Virginia is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 8.9 out of 10, schools in Ararat perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Ararat is Blue Ridge Elementary with a composite score of 8.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Ararat is served by 1 school district: Patrick County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 2,377 students.
Ararat's community shows 11% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $52,173. The poverty rate in the area is 7.6%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 226 students · Pre-K–7th | 8.9 |
Schools in Ararat
Ararat, Virginia · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$52,173
Median Home Value
$159,200
Median Rent
$890/mo
Population
2,461
College Educated
11%
Homeownership
71%
Avg Commute
42 min
Poverty Rate
7.6%
Community Profile
Ararat has a median household income of $52,173. It is a community where 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $159,200, with a median rent of $890/month. The local poverty rate of 7.6% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 42 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Ararat, Virginia
How many schools are in Ararat, Virginia?
Ararat has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Ararat, Virginia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Ararat is 8.9 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Ararat, Virginia?
The top-ranked school in Ararat on MySchoolScout is Blue Ridge Elementary with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Ararat, Virginia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Ararat on MySchoolScout is Blue Ridge Elementary with a composite score of 8.9/10.
How many school districts serve Ararat, Virginia?
Ararat is served by 1 school district: Patrick County Public Schools.
What is the education level in Ararat, Virginia?
According to Census data, 11% of adults in Ararat have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Ararat, Virginia?
The median household income in Ararat is approximately $52,173 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Ararat, Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Ararat is 11.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Ararat, Virginia?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Virginia Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.