For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,068 students in 22153, VA (there are 5 private schools, serving 545 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in 22153, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 22153, VA are Sangster Elementary School, Newington Forest Elementary School and Saratoga Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 22153 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Virginia public school average of 54%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 22153, VA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 22153, VA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sangster Elementary School
(Math: 89% | Reading: 94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
7420 Reservation Dr
Springfield, VA 22153
(703) 644-8200
Springfield, VA 22153
(703) 644-8200
Grades: PK-6
| 899 students
Rank: #22.
Newington Forest Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8001 Newington Forest Ave
Springfield, VA 22153
(703) 923-2600
Springfield, VA 22153
(703) 923-2600
Grades: PK-6
| 580 students
Rank: #33.
Saratoga Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8111 Northumberland Rd
Springfield, VA 22153
(703) 440-2600
Springfield, VA 22153
(703) 440-2600
Grades: PK-6
| 589 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 22153, VA?
The top ranked public schools in 22153, VA include Sangster Elementary School, Newington Forest Elementary School and Saratoga Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 22153?
3 public schools are located in 22153.
What percentage of students in 22153 go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in 22153 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 22153?
22153 public schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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