Education 
 

Education is a primary concern in the area. With public schools, private schools, trade centers and several of the top Colleges and Universities in the area, there are multiple opportunities to increase skills and meet educational needs.
Public Schools  K-12
 

Washington County, Virginia hosts 7 elementary schools, 4 middle schools and 4 high schools.

The public school system is governed by a district-based seven member School Board and appointed School Superintendent. (Figures are for school year 2001-2002).

Classification Number Current
Enrollment
Elementary 7
3,150
Middle 4 1,800
Senior High 4 2,260
Totals: 15 7,310
Trade Schools
There are 3 trade centers located in Washington County that offer classes in auto mechanics, nursing, computer networking and welding to name a few.
 
Library
The main branch of the Washington County Public Library is located on the corner of Oak Hill and Valley Streets. There are four other branches and a bookmobile to serve your resource needs, no matter where you live in Washington County. Visit the library on-line at Washington County Public Library for more information.

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Colleges

This area of Southwest Virginia offers a number of colleges and universities.
Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center, Abingdon, Virginia., offers classes from 8 colleges and universities in Virginia.

The University of Virginia Southwest Center is also located at the Higher Education Center and  offers various classes and degree programs.

Emory and Henry College located in Emory Virginia offers students 4 year degree programs.

Virginia Highlands Community College, also located in Abingdon, Virginia offers a variety of curriculums from certificate programs to 2 year degrees.

Virginia Tech, Radford, Virginia and ETSU, Johnson City, Tennessee are both within driving distance.

National Business College is located in Bristol, Virginia.

Virginia Intermont College is also located in Bristol, Virginia. 

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This information is provided as a service of Owens & Company, please check with the local schools for their requirements and how to enroll.

 
 

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