For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,230 students in 22802, VA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 22802, VA are Lacey Spring Elementary School, Waterman Elementary School and Skyline Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 22802 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 22802, VA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 22802, VA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lacey Spring Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8621 North Valley Pike
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
(540) 433-7819
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
(540) 433-7819
Grades: PK-5
| 225 students
Rank: #22.
Waterman Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
451 Chicago Ave
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
(540) 434-8352
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
(540) 434-8352
Grades: PK-5
| 559 students
Rank: #33.
Skyline Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
470 Linda Lane
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
(540) 434-6862
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
(540) 434-6862
Grades: 6-8
| 719 students
Rank: #44.
Smithland Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
474 Linda Lane
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
(540) 434-6075
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
(540) 434-6075
Grades: PK-5
| 727 students
22802, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Harisonburg Diversion Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
6624 Beard Woods Ln
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
(540) 833-2411
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
(540) 833-2411
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 22802, VA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 22802, VA include Lacey Spring Elementary School, Waterman Elementary School and Skyline Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 22802?
4 public elementary schools are located in 22802.
What is the racial composition of students in 22802?
22802 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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