Best Schools in Grundy, Virginia
4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Grundy by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Riverview Elementary/middle
Elementary · Buchanan County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Grundy High
High · Buchanan County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
4
2 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$117,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
2 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$117,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Grundy
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 rated schools; 4 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Riverview Elementary/middle | 6.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Grundy High | 5.3 / 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
- 6.9/10
- Median household income
- $40,000
- Median home value
- $117,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 11%
- Avg commute
- 25 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 Grundy compares
Virginia rank
#59 of 185
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.6
above Virginia avg (6.2)
Median household income
$40k
46% of Virginia median
Schools in this city
3
Buchanan County Public Schools runs Grundy's public schools
2 public schools. Buchanan County Public Schools is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Grundy is a Buchanan County Public Schools school (2 of 2).
Among 2 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.3 to 6.5 — the spread is inside Grundy, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Grundy, Virginia
Grundy, Virginia is home to 4 schools, including 2 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.9 out of 10, schools in Grundy 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 Grundy is Mountain Mission School with a composite score of 8.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Grundy is served by 1 school district: Buchanan County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 2,378 students.
Grundy's community shows 11% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $40,000. The poverty rate in the area is 28.0%.
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 | 729 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.5 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Harman Christian AcademyPrivate 3 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | Not Rated | ||
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 348 students · 9th–12th | 5.3 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mountain Mission SchoolPrivate 133 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated |
Schools in Grundy
Grundy, Virginia · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$40,000
Median Home Value
$117,700
Median Rent
$777/mo
Population
6,992
College Educated
11%
Homeownership
85%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
28.0%
Community Profile
Grundy has a median household income of $40,000. It is a community where 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $117,700, with a median rent of $777/month. The area has a poverty rate of 28.0%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Virginia
- Elementary
- 2
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Grundy, Virginia
How many schools are in Grundy, Virginia?
Grundy has 4 schools, including 2 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Grundy, Virginia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Grundy is 6.9 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 Grundy, Virginia?
The top-ranked school in Grundy on MySchoolScout is Riverview Elementary/middle with a composite score of 6.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Grundy, Virginia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Grundy on MySchoolScout is Riverview Elementary/middle with a composite score of 6.5/10.
What is the best high school in Grundy, Virginia?
The top-ranked high school in Grundy on MySchoolScout is Grundy High with a composite score of 5.3/10.
How many school districts serve Grundy, Virginia?
Grundy is served by 1 school district: Buchanan County Public Schools.
What is the education level in Grundy, Virginia?
According to Census data, 11% of adults in Grundy have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Grundy, Virginia?
The median household income in Grundy is approximately $40,000 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Grundy, Virginia?
Yes, Grundy has 2 private schools alongside 2 public schools. The top-rated private school is Mountain Mission School with a score of 8.8/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Grundy, Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Grundy is 10.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Grundy, 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.