For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,230 students in 22802, VA (there are 5 private schools, serving 733 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, Skyline Middle School and Waterman Elementary 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 41% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), 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 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 22802, VA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lacey Spring Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Skyline Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
470 Linda Lane
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
(540) 434-6862
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
(540) 434-6862
Gr: 6-8 | 719 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #33.
Waterman Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
451 Chicago Ave
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
(540) 434-8352
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
(540) 434-8352
Gr: PK-5 | 559 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #44.
Smithland Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
474 Linda Lane
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
(540) 434-6075
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
(540) 434-6075
Gr: PK-5 | 727 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
22802, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Harisonburg Diversion Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
6624 Beard Woods Ln
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
(540) 833-2411
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
(540) 833-2411
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, Skyline Middle School and Waterman Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 22802?
4 public schools are located in 22802.
What percentage of students in 22802 go to public school?
75% of all K-12 students in 22802 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 22802?
22802 public schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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