Best Schools in Buena Vista, Virginia
5 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Buena Vista by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Parry Mccluer Middle
Middle · Buena Vista City Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Enderly Heights Elementary
Elementary · Buena Vista City Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Mountain View Elementary
Elementary · Rockbridge County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Buena Vista for 2026 are Parry Mccluer Middle (9.2/10), Enderly Heights Elementary (9.0/10), and Mountain View Elementary (7.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$158,500
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$158,500
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Buena Vista
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Parry Mccluer Middle | 9.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Enderly Heights Elementary | 9.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Mountain View Elementary | 7.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Parry Mccluer High | 7.1 / 10 |
| 5 | F.w. Kling Jr. Elementary | 2.7 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.1/10
- Median household income
- $53,672
- Median home value
- $158,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 25%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 61%
80% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Buena Vista compares
Virginia rank
#45 of 182
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.9
above Virginia avg (6.2)
Median household income
$54k
61% of Virginia median
Schools in this city
5
About Schools in Buena Vista, Virginia
Buena Vista, Virginia is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.1 out of 10, schools in Buena Vista 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 Buena Vista is Parry Mccluer Middle with a composite score of 9.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Buena Vista is served by 2 school districts: Buena Vista City Public Schools, Rockbridge County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 3,354 students.
Buena Vista's community shows 25% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $53,672. The poverty rate in the area is 18.4%.
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
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 247 students · 2nd–5th | 9.0 |
| 2 | 140 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.6 |
| 3 | 176 students · Pre-K–1st | 2.7 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 119 students · 6th–7th | 9.2 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 314 students · 8th–12th | 7.1 |
Schools in Buena Vista
Buena Vista, Virginia · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$53,672
Median Home Value
$158,500
Median Rent
$1,073/mo
Population
9,186
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
61%
Poverty Rate
18.4%
Community Profile
Buena Vista has a median household income of $53,672. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $158,500, with a median rent of $1,073/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.4%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Virginia
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Buena Vista, Virginia
How many schools are in Buena Vista, Virginia?
Buena Vista has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Buena Vista, Virginia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Buena Vista is 7.1 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 Buena Vista, Virginia?
The top-ranked school in Buena Vista on MySchoolScout is Parry Mccluer Middle with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Buena Vista, Virginia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Buena Vista on MySchoolScout is Enderly Heights Elementary with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Buena Vista, Virginia?
The top-ranked middle school in Buena Vista on MySchoolScout is Parry Mccluer Middle with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best high school in Buena Vista, Virginia?
The top-ranked high school in Buena Vista on MySchoolScout is Parry Mccluer High with a composite score of 7.1/10.
How many school districts serve Buena Vista, Virginia?
Buena Vista is served by 2 school districts: Buena Vista City Public Schools, Rockbridge County Public Schools.
What is the education level in Buena Vista, Virginia?
According to Census data, 25% of adults in Buena Vista have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Buena Vista, Virginia?
The median household income in Buena Vista is approximately $53,672 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Buena Vista, Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Buena Vista is 9.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Buena Vista, 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.