For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 4,013 students in 22304, VA (there are 2 private schools, serving 1,244 private students). 76% of all K-12 students in 22304, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 22304, VA are Samuel W. Tucker Elementary School, Patrick Henry K-8 School and Francis C. Hammond Middle 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 33% (versus the Virginia public school average of 54%), 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 81% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 22304, VA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Samuel W. Tucker Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | 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
Grades: PK-5
| 759 students
Rank: #22.
Patrick Henry K-8 School
Magnet School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4643 Taney Ave
Alexandria, VA 22304
(703) 461-4170
Alexandria, VA 22304
(703) 461-4170
Grades: PK-8
| 978 students
Rank: #33.
Francis C. Hammond Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4646 Seminary Road
Alexandria, VA 22304
(703) 461-4100
Alexandria, VA 22304
(703) 461-4100
Grades: 6-8
| 1,473 students
Rank: #44.
James K. Polk Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5000 Polk Ave
Alexandria, VA 22304
(703) 461-4180
Alexandria, VA 22304
(703) 461-4180
Grades: PK-5
| 803 students
Rank: #55.
Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention Home
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet 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
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
22304, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4646 Seminary Rd
Alexandria, VA 22304
(703) 461-4100
Alexandria, VA 22304
(703) 461-4100
Grades: 6-8
| 467 students
4646 Seminary Road
Alexandria, VA 22304
(703) 461-4100
Alexandria, VA 22304
(703) 461-4100
Grades: 6-8
| 465 students
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 Francis C. Hammond Middle 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 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 22304?
22304 public schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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