For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 5,327 students in 22315, VA (there are 5 private schools, serving 350 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 22315, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 22315, VA are Island Creek Elementary School, Hayfield Elementary School and Lane Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 22315 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 22315, VA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 22315, VA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Island Creek Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7855 Morning View Ln
Alexandria, VA 22315
(571) 642-6300
Alexandria, VA 22315
(571) 642-6300
Gr: PK-6 | 722 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Hayfield Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7633 Telegraph Rd
Alexandria, VA 22315
(703) 924-4500
Alexandria, VA 22315
(703) 924-4500
Gr: PK-6 | 614 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #33.
Lane Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7137 Beulah St
Alexandria, VA 22315
(703) 924-7700
Alexandria, VA 22315
(703) 924-7700
Gr: PK-6 | 752 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #44.
Hayfield Secondary
Magnet School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7630 Telegraph Rd
Alexandria, VA 22315
(703) 924-7400
Alexandria, VA 22315
(703) 924-7400
Gr: 7-12 | 3,239 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 22315, VA?
The top ranked public schools in 22315, VA include Island Creek Elementary School, Hayfield Elementary School and Lane Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 22315?
4 public schools are located in 22315.
What percentage of students in 22315 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 22315 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 22315?
22315 public schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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