For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,492 students in 22408, VA (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,465 private students). 70% of all K-12 students in 22408, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 22408, VA are Courtland High School, Cedar Forest Elementary School and Lee Hill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 22408 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 22408, VA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 22408, VA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Courtland High School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
400 Lorraine Avenue
Fredericksburg, VA 22408
(540) 898-4445
Fredericksburg, VA 22408
(540) 898-4445
Gr: 9-12 | 1,497 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
Cedar Forest Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3412 Massaponax Church Road
Fredericksburg, VA 22408
(540) 834-4569
Fredericksburg, VA 22408
(540) 834-4569
Gr: PK-5 | 789 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #33.
Lee Hill Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3600 Lee Hill School Dr
Fredericksburg, VA 22408
(540) 898-1433
Fredericksburg, VA 22408
(540) 898-1433
Gr: PK-5 | 680 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #44.
Spotswood Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
400 Lorraine Avenue
Fredericksburg, VA 22408
(540) 898-1514
Fredericksburg, VA 22408
(540) 898-1514
Gr: PK-5 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 22408, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in 22408, VA include Courtland High School, Cedar Forest Elementary School and Lee Hill Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 22408?
4 public schools are located in 22408.
What percentage of students in 22408 go to public school?
70% of all K-12 students in 22408 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 22408?
22408 public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Virginia public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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