For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,495 students in 22101, VA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 22101, VA are Kent Gardens Elementary School, Chesterbrook Elementary School and Churchill Road Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 22101 have an average math proficiency score of 87% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 92% (versus the 67% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Virginia public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 22101, VA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kent Gardens Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 90% | Reading: 94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1717 Melbourne Dr
Mc Lean, VA 22101
(703) 394-5600
Mc Lean, VA 22101
(703) 394-5600
Grades: PK-6
| 1,006 students
Rank: #22.
Chesterbrook Elementary School
(Math: 88% | Reading: 91%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1753 Kirby Rd
Mc Lean, VA 22101
(703) 714-8200
Mc Lean, VA 22101
(703) 714-8200
Grades: PK-6
| 537 students
Rank: #33.
Churchill Road Elementary School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 91%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7100 Churchill Rd
Mc Lean, VA 22101
(703) 288-8400
Mc Lean, VA 22101
(703) 288-8400
Grades: PK-6
| 600 students
Rank: #44.
Sherman Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6633 Brawner St
Mc Lean, VA 22101
(703) 506-7900
Mc Lean, VA 22101
(703) 506-7900
Grades: PK-6
| 352 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 22101, VA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 22101, VA include Kent Gardens Elementary School, Chesterbrook Elementary School and Churchill Road Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 22101?
4 public elementary schools are located in 22101.
What is the racial composition of students in 22101?
22101 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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