Carroll County Public Schools

The Carroll County Public Schools district in Virginia consists of 9 schools, including 7 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The district as a whole is ranked 35 out of 130 school districts in Virginia and is rated 4 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger.

Several schools in the district stand out for their exceptional academic performance. Fancy Gap Elementary consistently ranks in the top 5% of Virginia elementary schools, with 95% proficiency in Math and English Reading for 5th grade. Gladesboro Elementary also demonstrates strong academic achievement, with 94.74% of 3rd graders proficient in Math and 89.47% of 5th graders proficient in Science. The district's lone high school, Carroll County High, performs well, ranking in the top 25% of Virginia high schools and showing high proficiency rates in subjects like Algebra I, Geometry, and 11th grade Writing.

The schools in the district have a predominantly white student population, with high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a relatively high level of economic disadvantage. However, the district's focus on effective teaching practices and commitment to student achievement have resulted in consistently strong academic performance across multiple schools and subject areas. The relationship between higher per-student spending and better academic outcomes suggests that the district's investment in its schools is paying off, and continued analysis and replication of successful practices could help the district maintain and enhance its academic excellence.