For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 4,211 students in 22304, VA (there are 1 private school, serving 1,241 private students). 76% of all K-12 students in 22304, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 22304, VA are Samuel W. Tucker Elementary School, Patrick Henry K-8 School and James K. Polk Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 22304 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 22304, VA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 22304, VA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Samuel W. Tucker Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
435 Ferdinand Day Dr
Alexandria, VA 22304
(703) 933-6300
Alexandria, VA 22304
(703) 933-6300
Gr: PK-5 | 735 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #22.
Patrick Henry K-8 School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4643 Taney Ave
Alexandria, VA 22304
(703) 461-4170
Alexandria, VA 22304
(703) 461-4170
Gr: PK-8 | 1,075 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #33.
James K. Polk Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5000 Polk Ave
Alexandria, VA 22304
(703) 461-4180
Alexandria, VA 22304
(703) 461-4180
Gr: PK-5 | 804 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #44.
Francis C. Hammond Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4646 Seminary Road
Alexandria, VA 22304
(703) 461-4100
Alexandria, VA 22304
(703) 461-4100
Gr: 6-8 | 1,597 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #55.
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Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
200 S. Whiting St.
Alexandria, VA 22304
(703) 751-3700
Alexandria, VA 22304
(703) 751-3700
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 22304, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in 22304, VA include Samuel W. Tucker Elementary School, Patrick Henry K-8 School and James K. Polk Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 22304?
5 public schools are located in 22304.
What percentage of students in 22304 go to public school?
76% of all K-12 students in 22304 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 22304?
22304 public schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Virginia public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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