For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 6,734 students in 22312, VA (there are 5 private schools, serving 379 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 22312, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 22312, VA are Thomas Jefferson High For Science And Technology, Bren Mar Park Elementary School and Glasgow Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 22312 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 22312, VA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 22312, VA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thomas Jefferson High For Science And Technology
Magnet School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6560 Braddock Rd
Alexandria, VA 22312
(703) 750-8300
Alexandria, VA 22312
(703) 750-8300
Gr: 9-12 | 2,108 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #22.
Bren Mar Park Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6344 Beryl Rd
Alexandria, VA 22312
(703) 914-7200
Alexandria, VA 22312
(703) 914-7200
Gr: PK-5 | 490 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #33.
Glasgow Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4101 Fairfax Pkwy
Alexandria, VA 22312
(703) 813-8700
Alexandria, VA 22312
(703) 813-8700
Gr: 6-8 | 1,702 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #44.
Holmes Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6525 Montrose St
Alexandria, VA 22312
(703) 658-5900
Alexandria, VA 22312
(703) 658-5900
Gr: 6-8 | 881 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #55.
Parklawn Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4116 Braddock Rd
Alexandria, VA 22312
(703) 914-6900
Alexandria, VA 22312
(703) 914-6900
Gr: PK-5 | 963 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #66.
Weyanoke Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6520 Braddock Rd
Alexandria, VA 22312
(703) 813-5400
Alexandria, VA 22312
(703) 813-5400
Gr: PK-5 | 590 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 22312, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in 22312, VA include Thomas Jefferson High For Science And Technology, Bren Mar Park Elementary School and Glasgow Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 22312?
7 public schools are located in 22312.
What percentage of students in 22312 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 22312 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 22312?
22312 public schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Virginia public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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