Best Schools in Locust Grove, Virginia
3 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle
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Use this page to compare every school in Locust Grove by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Locust Grove Middle
Middle · Orange County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Locust Grove Elementary
Elementary · Orange County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
4.4
out of 10
Median Home
$368,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
4.4
out of 10
Median Home
$368,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Locust Grove
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Locust Grove Middle | 4.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Locust Grove Elementary | 4.4 / 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
- 4.4/10
- Median household income
- $113,733
- Median home value
- $368,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 38%
- Avg commute
- 47 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 93%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Locust Grove compares
Virginia rank
#174 of 182
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.8
below Virginia avg (6.2)
Median household income
$114k
130% of Virginia median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Locust Grove, Virginia
Locust Grove, Virginia is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 4.4 out of 10, schools in Locust Grove show moderate performance 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 Locust Grove is Locust Grove Middle with a composite score of 4.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Locust Grove is served by 1 school district: Orange County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 5,076 students.
Locust Grove's community shows 38% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $113,733. The poverty rate in the area is 4.8%.
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.
Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 518 students · 3rd–5th | 4.4 |
| 2 | 484 students · Pre-K–2nd | 4.0 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 679 students · 6th–8th | 4.9 |
Schools in Locust Grove
Locust Grove, Virginia · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$113,733
Median Home Value
$368,200
Median Rent
$1,693/mo
Population
15,608
College Educated
38%
Homeownership
93%
Avg Commute
47 min
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Community Profile
Locust Grove has a median household income of $113,733. It is an area where 38% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $368,200, with a median rent of $1,693/month. The local poverty rate of 4.8% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 47 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Virginia
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Locust Grove, Virginia
How many schools are in Locust Grove, Virginia?
Locust Grove has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Locust Grove, Virginia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Locust Grove is 4.4 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 Locust Grove, Virginia?
The top-ranked school in Locust Grove on MySchoolScout is Locust Grove Middle with a composite score of 4.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Locust Grove, Virginia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Locust Grove on MySchoolScout is Locust Grove Elementary with a composite score of 4.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Locust Grove, Virginia?
The top-ranked middle school in Locust Grove on MySchoolScout is Locust Grove Middle with a composite score of 4.9/10.
How many school districts serve Locust Grove, Virginia?
Locust Grove is served by 1 school district: Orange County Public Schools.
What is the education level in Locust Grove, Virginia?
According to Census data, 38% of adults in Locust Grove have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Locust Grove, Virginia?
The median household income in Locust Grove is approximately $113,733 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Locust Grove, Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Locust Grove is 18.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Locust Grove, 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.