Yuma Elementary School is one of seven elementary schools in Scott County, Virginia. There are approximately 170 students enrolled in kindergarten through sixth grade. The school is located on state route 614, approximately eight miles south of Gate City, Virginia, and one mile north of the Tennessee state line.

The first school built in this immediate area was started in 1884 and was named Cleveland in honor of President Grover Cleveland. The school contained both elementary and secondary students until 1955, when the secondary students were consolidated into Gate City High School. The present building was first used in the fall of 1968. At that time the name was changed from Cleveland to "Yuma Elementary School".

The Yuma Community is easy access to the Tri-Cities, and all that they have to offer.  Just a short drive from the Tennessee border, Yuma residents enjoy shopping, dining, theatre, and almost every recreational activity imaginable.  Many Yuma residents also find employment in the Tri Cities area, and take advantage of the short commute to and from work.

The Yuma community is well known for its annual "Tour de Possum Creek and Family Fun Bicycle Rides. "This event attracts bikers from all over the United States, and is held during Kingsport's annual Fun Fest.  The Tour de Possum Creek has been a huge success since it first began six years ago.  This past July, there were over 900 registered riders who enjoyed pedaling their bicycles on three different routes along the beautiful back roads of Yuma, Virginia by the banks of Possum Creek.

Yuma is a fully accredited school in the state of Virginia.  Due to the hard work of both students and teachers, not to mention the great support of parents and community, Yuma has a history of outstanding academic achievement regarding the Virginia State SOLs.  The school continues to succeed and strives to make the future even better.