For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 6,108 students in 20170, VA (there are 12 private schools, serving 5,460 private students). 53% of all K-12 students in 20170, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 20170, VA are Clearview Elementary School, Dranesville Elementary School and Herndon Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 20170 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 20170, VA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 20170, VA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clearview Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
12635 Builders Rd
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 708-6000
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 708-6000
Gr: PK-6 | 580 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #22.
Dranesville Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1515 Powells Tavern Pl
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 326-5200
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 326-5200
Gr: PK-6 | 610 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #33.
Herndon Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
901 Locust St
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 904-4800
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 904-4800
Gr: 7-8 | 895 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #44.
Herndon High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
700 Bennett St
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 810-2200
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 810-2200
Gr: 9-12 | 2,261 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #55.
Herndon Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
630 Dranesville Rd
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 326-3100
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 326-3100
Gr: PK-6 | 792 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #66.
Hutchison Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
13209 Parcher Ave
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 925-8300
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 925-8300
Gr: PK-6 | 970 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 20170, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in 20170, VA include Clearview Elementary School, Dranesville Elementary School and Herndon Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 20170?
6 public schools are located in 20170.
What percentage of students in 20170 go to public school?
53% of all K-12 students in 20170 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 20170?
20170 public schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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