For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,475 students in 22546, VA (there are 1 private school, serving 244 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 22546, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 22546, VA are Lewis And Clark Elementary School and Madison Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 22546 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Virginia public school average of 54%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 22546, VA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 22546, VA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lewis And Clark Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
18101 Clark & York Blvd
Ruther Glen, VA 22546
(804) 448-0175
Ruther Glen, VA 22546
(804) 448-0175
Grades: PK-5
| 983 students
Rank: #22.
Madison Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
9075 Chance Place
Ruther Glen, VA 22546
(804) 448-2171
Ruther Glen, VA 22546
(804) 448-2171
Grades: PK-5
| 492 students
22546, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
7278 Ladysmith Road
Ruther Glen, VA 22546
(804) 448-3211
Ruther Glen, VA 22546
(804) 448-3211
Grades: 3-5
| 536 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 22546, VA?
The top ranked public schools in 22546, VA include Lewis And Clark Elementary School and Madison Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 22546?
2 public schools are located in 22546.
What percentage of students in 22546 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 22546 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 22546?
22546 public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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