Top 5 Best 22079 Virginia Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 5,276 students in 22079, VA.
The top ranked public schools in 22079, VA are South County Middle School, Laurel Hill Elementary School and South County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 22079 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Virginia public school average of 54%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 22079, VA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Virginia public school average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 22079, VA Public Schools (2024)

School (Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South County Middle School
Math: 66% | Reading: 83%
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
8700 Laurel Crest Dr.
Lorton, VA 22079
(703) 690-5500
Grades: 7-8
| 974 students
Rank: #22.
Laurel Hill Elementary School
Math: 71% | Reading: 79%
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
8390 Laurel Crest Dr.
Lorton, VA 22079
(703) 551-5300
Grades: PK-6
| 716 students
Rank: #33.
South County High School
Math: 71% | Reading: 65-69%
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
8501 Silverbrook Road
Lorton, VA 22079
(703) 446-1600
Grades: 9-12
| 2,296 students
Rank: #44.
Gunston Elementary School
Math: 52% | Reading: 72%
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
10100 Gunston Rd
Lorton, VA 22079
(703) 541-3600
Grades: PK-6
| 536 students
Rank: #55.
Lorton Station Elementary School
Math: 49% | Reading: 69%
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
9298 Lewis Chapel Rd.
Lorton, VA 22079
(571) 642-6000
Grades: PK-6
| 754 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 22079 Virginia

22079, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
8101 Lorton Rd.
Lorton, VA 22079
(703) 446-2100
Grades: PK
| 418 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 22079, VA?
The top ranked public schools in 22079, VA include South County Middle School, Laurel Hill Elementary School and South County High School.
How many public schools are located in 22079, VA?
5 public schools are located in 22079, VA.
What is the racial composition of students in 22079, VA?
22079, VA public schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Virginia public schools average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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