For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,286 students in 22802, VA (there are 6 private schools, serving 771 private students). 75% of all K-12 students in 22802, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 22802, VA are Lacey Spring Elementary School, Waterman Elementary School and Skyline Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 22802 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Virginia public school average of 54%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 22802, VA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public school average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 22802, VA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lacey Spring Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8621 North Valley Pike
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
(540) 433-7819
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
(540) 433-7819
Grades: PK-5
| 241 students
Rank: #22.
Waterman Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
451 Chicago Ave
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
(540) 434-8352
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
(540) 434-8352
Grades: K-5
| 524 students
Rank: #33.
Skyline Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
470 Linda Lane
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
(540) 434-6862
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
(540) 434-6862
Grades: 6-8
| 730 students
Rank: #44.
Smithland Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
474 Linda Lane
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
(540) 434-6075
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
(540) 434-6075
Grades: PK-5
| 791 students
22802, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Harisonburg Diversion Center (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
6624 Beard Woods Ln
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
(540) 833-2411
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
(540) 833-2411
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 22802, VA?
The top ranked public schools in 22802, VA include Lacey Spring Elementary School, Waterman Elementary School and Skyline Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 22802, VA?
4 public schools are located in 22802, VA.
What percentage of students in 22802, VA go to public school?
75% of all K-12 students in 22802, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 22802, VA?
22802, VA public schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public schools average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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