Best Schools in Floyd, Virginia
3 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Floyd by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Floyd County High
High · Floyd County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Floyd Elementary
Elementary · Floyd County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
3
2 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$244,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
2 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$244,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Floyd
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 rated schools; 3 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Floyd County High | 7.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Floyd Elementary | 5.0 / 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
- 6.1/10
- Median household income
- $60,147
- Median home value
- $244,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 26%
- Avg commute
- 28 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 85%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Floyd compares
Virginia rank
#108 of 185
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.1
below Virginia avg (6.2)
Median household income
$60k
68% of Virginia median
Schools in this city
3
Floyd County Public Schools runs Floyd's public schools
2 public schools. Floyd County Public Schools is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Floyd is a Floyd County Public Schools school (2 of 2).
Among 2 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.0 to 7.2 — the spread is inside Floyd, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Floyd, Virginia
Floyd, Virginia is home to 3 schools, including 2 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.1 out of 10, schools in Floyd show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Floyd is Floyd County High with a composite score of 7.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Floyd is served by 1 school district: Floyd County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 1,713 students.
Floyd's community shows 26% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $60,147. The poverty rate in the area is 10.2%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 445 students · Pre-K–7th | 5.0 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Blue Mountain SchoolPrivate 46 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 680 students · 8th–12th | 7.2 |
Schools in Floyd
Floyd, Virginia · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$60,147
Median Home Value
$244,800
Median Rent
$830/mo
Population
7,307
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
85%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Community Profile
Floyd has a median household income of $60,147. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $244,800, with a median rent of $830/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.2%. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Virginia
- Elementary
- 2
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Floyd, Virginia
How many schools are in Floyd, Virginia?
Floyd has 3 schools, including 2 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Floyd, Virginia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Floyd is 6.1 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 Floyd, Virginia?
The top-ranked school in Floyd on MySchoolScout is Floyd County High with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Floyd, Virginia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Floyd on MySchoolScout is Floyd Elementary with a composite score of 5.0/10.
What is the best high school in Floyd, Virginia?
The top-ranked high school in Floyd on MySchoolScout is Floyd County High with a composite score of 7.2/10.
How many school districts serve Floyd, Virginia?
Floyd is served by 1 school district: Floyd County Public Schools.
What is the education level in Floyd, Virginia?
According to Census data, 26% of adults in Floyd have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Floyd, Virginia?
The median household income in Floyd is approximately $60,147 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Floyd, Virginia?
Yes, Floyd has 1 private school alongside 2 public schools. The top-rated private school is Blue Mountain School with a score of 6.2/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Floyd, Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Floyd 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 Floyd, 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.