For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,559 students in 22302, VA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 22302, VA are George Mason Elementary School, Douglas Macarthur Elementary School and Charles Barrett Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 22302 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the Virginia public pre school average of 71%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 67% statewide average). Pre schools in 22302, VA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public preschool average of 57% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 22302, VA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
George Mason Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2601 Cameron Mills Rd
Alexandria, VA 22302
(703) 706-4470
Alexandria, VA 22302
(703) 706-4470
Gr: PK-5 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Douglas Macarthur Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1101 Janneys Ln
Alexandria, VA 22302
(703) 461-4190
Alexandria, VA 22302
(703) 461-4190
Gr: PK-5 | 680 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #33.
Charles Barrett Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1115 Martha Custis Dr
Alexandria, VA 22302
(703) 824-6960
Alexandria, VA 22302
(703) 824-6960
Gr: PK-5 | 547 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 22302, VA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 22302, VA include George Mason Elementary School, Douglas Macarthur Elementary School and Charles Barrett Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 22302?
3 public preschools are located in 22302.
What is the racial composition of students in 22302?
22302 public preschools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public preschools average of 57% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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