5.2 avg / 10

Best Schools in Austinville, Virginia

2 schools · 2 Elementary

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 2

Districts: 2

Avg Rating: 5.2/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 5.2/10
Median household income: $38,993
Median home value: $138,600
Bachelor's degree or higher: 14%
Owner-occupied homes: 58%

How Austinville compares

Median household income

$39k

44% of Virginia median

About Schools in Austinville, Virginia

Austinville, Virginia is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools.

With an average rating of 5.2 out of 10, schools in Austinville show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Austinville is Jackson Memorial Elementary with a composite score of 5.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Austinville is served by 2 school districts: Carroll County Public Schools, Wythe County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 7,243 students.

Austinville's community shows 14% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $38,993. The poverty rate in the area is 22.8%.

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.

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Elementary Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Jackson Memorial Elementary 220 students · Pre-K–5th	220	Pre-K–5th	5.6
2	Laurel Elementary 217 students · Pre-K–5th	217	Pre-K–5th	4.7

Schools in Austinville

Austinville, Virginia · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$38,993

Median Home Value

$138,600

Median Rent

$816/mo

Population

1,586

College Educated

14%

Homeownership

58%

Poverty Rate

22.8%

Community Profile

Austinville has a median household income of $38,993. It is a community where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $138,600, with a median rent of $816/month. The area has a poverty rate of 22.8%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Virginia
Total Schools: 2
Elementary: 2
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 5.2/10

Resources

🔍 Google "Austinville schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Austinville 📊 Niche Austinville Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools

School Districts (2)

Carroll County Public Schools

11 schools · 3,442 students

Wythe County Public Schools

13 schools · 3,801 students

Nearby Cities

Max Meadows (3 schools)

9 mi

Fries (1 school)

10 mi

Hillsville (5 schools)

Wytheville (6 schools)

Independence (3 schools)

Rural Retreat (3 schools)

23 mi

Other Major Cities in Virginia

Top metros statewide by school count.

Richmond 138 schools Virginia Beach 115 schools Alexandria 87 schools Norfolk 71 schools Chesapeake 65 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Austinville, Virginia

How many schools are in Austinville, Virginia?

Austinville has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Austinville, Virginia?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Austinville is 5.2 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Austinville, Virginia?

The top-ranked school in Austinville on MySchoolScout is Jackson Memorial Elementary with a composite score of 5.6/10.

What is the best elementary school in Austinville, Virginia?

The top-ranked elementary school in Austinville on MySchoolScout is Jackson Memorial Elementary with a composite score of 5.6/10.

How many school districts serve Austinville, Virginia?

Austinville is served by 2 school districts: Carroll County Public Schools, Wythe County Public Schools.

What is the education level in Austinville, Virginia?

According to Census data, 14% of adults in Austinville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Austinville, Virginia?

The median household income in Austinville is approximately $38,993 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Austinville, Virginia?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Austinville is 12.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Austinville, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.