For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,513 students in 20187, VA (there are 3 private schools, serving 490 private students). 76% of all K-12 students in 20187, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 20187, VA are C. Hunter Ritchie Elementary School, P.b. Smith Elementary School and Auburn Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 20187 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Virginia public school average of 54%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 20187, VA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 20187, VA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
C. Hunter Ritchie Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4416 Broad Run Church Rd
Warrenton, VA 20187
(540) 422-7650
Warrenton, VA 20187
(540) 422-7650
Grades: PK-5
| 526 students
Rank: #22.
P.b. Smith Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6176 Dumfries Rd
Warrenton, VA 20187
(540) 422-7670
Warrenton, VA 20187
(540) 422-7670
Grades: PK-5
| 405 students
Rank: #33.
Auburn Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7270 Riley Rd.
Warrenton, VA 20187
(540) 422-7410
Warrenton, VA 20187
(540) 422-7410
Grades: 6-8
| 582 students
6480 College Street
Warrenton, VA 20187
(540) 347-6237
Warrenton, VA 20187
(540) 347-6237
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 20187, VA?
The top ranked public schools in 20187, VA include C. Hunter Ritchie Elementary School, P.b. Smith Elementary School and Auburn Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 20187?
4 public schools are located in 20187.
What percentage of students in 20187 go to public school?
76% of all K-12 students in 20187 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 20187?
20187 public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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