Best Schools in Galax, Virginia
6 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Galax by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Fairview Elementary
Elementary · Grayson County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Galax High
High · Galax City Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Gladeville Elementary
Elementary · Carroll 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 Galax for 2026 are Fairview Elementary (9.8/10), Galax High (8.9/10), and Gladeville Elementary (7.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 6 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
6
in this city
Avg Score
8.0
out of 10
Median Home
$135,300
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
6
in this city
Avg Score
8.0
out of 10
Median Home
$135,300
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Galax
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (6 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fairview Elementary | 9.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Galax High | 8.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Gladeville Elementary | 7.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Galax Middle | 7.5 / 10 |
| 5 | Oakland Elementary | 7.1 / 10 |
| 6 | Galax Elementary | 7.0 / 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
- 8.0/10
- Median household income
- $47,539
- Median home value
- $135,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 16%
- Avg commute
- 22 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 74%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Galax compares
Virginia rank
#14 of 182
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.8
above Virginia avg (6.2)
Median household income
$48k
54% of Virginia median
Schools in this city
6
About Schools in Galax, Virginia
Galax, Virginia is home to 6 schools, including 6 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 8.0 out of 10, schools in Galax 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 Galax is Fairview Elementary with a composite score of 9.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Galax is served by 3 school districts: Carroll County Public Schools, Galax City Public Schools, Grayson County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 6,435 students.
Galax's community shows 16% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $47,539. The poverty rate in the area is 22.5%.
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
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 147 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.8 |
| 2 | 259 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.7 |
| 3 | 187 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.1 |
| 4 | 685 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.0 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 329 students · 6th–8th | 7.5 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 403 students · 9th–12th | 8.9 |
Schools in Galax
Galax, Virginia · 6 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$47,539
Median Home Value
$135,300
Median Rent
$713/mo
Population
17,841
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
22.5%
Community Profile
Galax has a median household income of $47,539. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $135,300, with a median rent of $713/month. The area has a poverty rate of 22.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Virginia
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Galax, Virginia
How many schools are in Galax, Virginia?
Galax has 6 schools, including 6 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Galax, Virginia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Galax is 8.0 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 Galax, Virginia?
The top-ranked school in Galax on MySchoolScout is Fairview Elementary with a composite score of 9.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Galax, Virginia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Galax on MySchoolScout is Fairview Elementary with a composite score of 9.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Galax, Virginia?
The top-ranked middle school in Galax on MySchoolScout is Galax Middle with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best high school in Galax, Virginia?
The top-ranked high school in Galax on MySchoolScout is Galax High with a composite score of 8.9/10.
How many school districts serve Galax, Virginia?
Galax is served by 3 school districts: Carroll County Public Schools, Galax City Public Schools, Grayson County Public Schools.
What is the education level in Galax, Virginia?
According to Census data, 16% of adults in Galax have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Galax, Virginia?
The median household income in Galax is approximately $47,539 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Galax, Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Galax is 13.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Galax, 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.