For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,465 students in 22546, VA (there are 1 private school, serving 244 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 22546, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 22546, VA are Lewis And Clark Elementary School and Madison Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 22546 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 22546, VA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 22546, VA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lewis And Clark Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
18101 Clark & York Blvd
Ruther Glen, VA 22546
(804) 448-0175
Ruther Glen, VA 22546
(804) 448-0175
Gr: PK-5 | 1,009 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Madison Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
9075 Chance Place
Ruther Glen, VA 22546
(804) 448-2171
Ruther Glen, VA 22546
(804) 448-2171
Gr: PK-5 | 456 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
22546, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
7278 Ladysmith Road
Ruther Glen, VA 22546
(804) 448-3211
Ruther Glen, VA 22546
(804) 448-3211
Gr: 3-5 | 536 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 22546, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in 22546, VA include Lewis And Clark Elementary School and Madison Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 22546?
2 public schools are located in 22546.
What percentage of students in 22546 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 22546 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 22546?
22546 public schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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