For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,777 students in 22301, VA (there are 4 private schools, serving 658 private students). 74% of all K-12 students in 22301, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 22301, VA are Naomi L. Brooks Elementary School and George Washington Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 22301 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 22301, VA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 22301, VA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Naomi L. Brooks Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
600 Russell Rd
Alexandria, VA 22301
(703) 706-4440
Alexandria, VA 22301
(703) 706-4440
Gr: PK-5 | 319 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
George Washington Middle School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1005 Mount Vernon Avenue
Alexandria, VA 22301
(703) 706-4500
Alexandria, VA 22301
(703) 706-4500
Gr: 6-8 | 1,458 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 22301, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in 22301, VA include Naomi L. Brooks Elementary School and George Washington Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 22301?
2 public schools are located in 22301.
What percentage of students in 22301 go to public school?
74% of all K-12 students in 22301 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 22301?
22301 public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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