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Best Schools in Stuart, Virginia

3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High · 1 Other

Public: 2
Private: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.5/10
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Choosing a school in Stuart?

Use this page to compare every school in Stuart by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Stuart Elementary

7.8/10

Elementary · Patrick County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Patrick County High

6.9/10

High · Patrick County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Trinity Christian School

4.7/10

Other. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Stuart for 2026 are Stuart Elementary (7.8/10), Patrick County High (6.9/10), and Trinity Christian School (4.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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

3

2 public · 1 private

Avg Score

6.5

out of 10

Median Home

$135,700

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Stuart

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Stuart Elementary 7.8 / 10
2 Patrick County High 6.9 / 10
3 Trinity Christian School 4.7 / 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
6.5/10

33% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$49,764

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$135,700

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
19%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
30 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
74%

Of occupied housing units

How Stuart compares

Virginia rank

#84 of 182

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.2

above Virginia avg (6.2)

Median household income

$50k

57% of Virginia median

Schools in this city

3

About Schools in Stuart, Virginia

Stuart, Virginia is home to 3 schools, including 2 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in Stuart 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 Stuart is Stuart Elementary with a composite score of 7.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Stuart is served by 1 school district: Patrick County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 2,377 students.

Stuart's community shows 19% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $49,764. The poverty rate in the area is 9.2%.

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.

Filter by ZIP: 24171 (3)

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 386 students · Pre-K–7th 7.8

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 829 students · 8th–12th 6.9

Other Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 65 students · Pre-K–12th 4.7

Schools in Stuart

Stuart, Virginia · 3 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$49,764

Median Home Value

$135,700

Median Rent

$689/mo

Population

7,713

College Educated

19%

Homeownership

74%

Avg Commute

30 min

Poverty Rate

9.2%

Community Profile

Stuart has a median household income of $49,764. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $135,700, with a median rent of $689/month. The local poverty rate of 9.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Stuart, Virginia

How many schools are in Stuart, Virginia?

Stuart has 3 schools, including 2 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Stuart, Virginia?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Stuart is 6.5 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 Stuart, Virginia?

The top-ranked school in Stuart on MySchoolScout is Stuart Elementary with a composite score of 7.8/10.

What is the best elementary school in Stuart, Virginia?

The top-ranked elementary school in Stuart on MySchoolScout is Stuart Elementary with a composite score of 7.8/10.

What is the best high school in Stuart, Virginia?

The top-ranked high school in Stuart on MySchoolScout is Patrick County High with a composite score of 6.9/10.

How many school districts serve Stuart, Virginia?

Stuart is served by 1 school district: Patrick County Public Schools.

What is the education level in Stuart, Virginia?

According to Census data, 19% of adults in Stuart have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Stuart, Virginia?

The median household income in Stuart is approximately $49,764 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Stuart, Virginia?

Yes, Stuart has 1 private school alongside 2 public schools. The top-rated private school is Trinity Christian School with a score of 4.7/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Stuart, Virginia?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Stuart is 12.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Stuart, 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.