For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 907 students in 22802, VA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 22802, VA are Lacey Spring Elementary School and Waterman Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 22802 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Virginia public pre school average of 71%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 67% statewide average). Pre schools in 22802, VA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public preschool average of 57% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 22802, VA Public Preschools (2026-27)
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 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
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 | 557 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
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 preschools in 22802, VA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 22802, VA include Lacey Spring Elementary School and Waterman Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 22802?
2 public preschools are located in 22802.
What is the racial composition of students in 22802?
22802 public preschools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public preschools average of 57% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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