For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 6,073 students in 20191, VA (there are 6 private schools, serving 846 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 20191, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 20191, VA are Sunrise Valley Elementary School, Hunters Woods Elementary School For The Arts And Sciences and Terraset Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 20191 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 20191, VA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 20191, VA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sunrise Valley Elementary School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10824 Cross School Rd
Reston, VA 20191
(703) 715-3800
Reston, VA 20191
(703) 715-3800
Gr: PK-6 | 558 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Hunters Woods Elementary School For The Arts And Sciences
Magnet School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2401 Colts Neck Rd
Reston, VA 20191
(703) 262-7400
Reston, VA 20191
(703) 262-7400
Gr: PK-6 | 726 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
Terraset Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11411 Ridge Heights Rd
Reston, VA 20191
(703) 390-5600
Reston, VA 20191
(703) 390-5600
Gr: PK-6 | 598 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #44.
Hughes Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
11401 Ridge Heights Rd
Reston, VA 20191
(703) 715-3600
Reston, VA 20191
(703) 715-3600
Gr: 7-8 | 1,012 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #55.
South Lakes High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
11400 South Lakes Dr
Reston, VA 20191
(703) 715-4500
Reston, VA 20191
(703) 715-4500
Gr: 9-12 | 2,434 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #66.
Dogwood Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
12300 Glade Dr
Reston, VA 20191
(703) 262-3100
Reston, VA 20191
(703) 262-3100
Gr: PK-6 | 745 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 20191, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in 20191, VA include Sunrise Valley Elementary School, Hunters Woods Elementary School For The Arts And Sciences and Terraset Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 20191?
6 public schools are located in 20191.
What percentage of students in 20191 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 20191 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 20191?
20191 public schools minority enrollment is 60% 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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