For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,270 students in 22305, VA (there are 2 private schools, serving 377 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 22305, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 22305, VA are Cora Kelly School For Math Science And Technology and Mount Vernon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 22305 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 22305, VA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 22305, VA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cora Kelly School For Math Science And Technology
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3600 Commonwealth Ave
Alexandria, VA 22305
(703) 706-4420
Alexandria, VA 22305
(703) 706-4420
Gr: PK-5 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #22.
Mount Vernon Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2601 Commonwealth Ave
Alexandria, VA 22305
(703) 706-4460
Alexandria, VA 22305
(703) 706-4460
Gr: PK-5 | 933 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 22305, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in 22305, VA include Cora Kelly School For Math Science And Technology and Mount Vernon Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 22305?
2 public schools are located in 22305.
What percentage of students in 22305 go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 22305 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 22305?
22305 public schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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