For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public preschools serving 4,859 students in 20164, VA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 20164, VA are Dominion High School, Meadowland Elementary School and Rolling Ridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 20164 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Virginia public pre school average of 71%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 67% statewide average). Pre schools in 20164, VA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public preschool average of 57% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 20164, VA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dominion High School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
21326 Augusta Dr.
Sterling, VA 20164
(571) 434-4400
Sterling, VA 20164
(571) 434-4400
Gr: PK-12 | 1,453 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #22.
Meadowland Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
729 S Sugarland Run Dr
Sterling, VA 20164
(571) 434-4440
Sterling, VA 20164
(571) 434-4440
Gr: PK-5 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #33.
Rolling Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
500 E Frederick Dr
Sterling, VA 20164
(571) 434-4540
Sterling, VA 20164
(571) 434-4540
Gr: PK-5 | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #44.
Sterling Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
200 W Church Rd
Sterling, VA 20164
(571) 434-4580
Sterling, VA 20164
(571) 434-4580
Gr: PK-5 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #55.
Forest Grove Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
46245 Forest Ridge Dr.
Sterling, VA 20164
(703) 434-4560
Sterling, VA 20164
(703) 434-4560
Gr: PK-5 | 529 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #66.
Sugarland Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
65 Sugarland Run Dr
Sterling, VA 20164
(571) 434-4460
Sterling, VA 20164
(571) 434-4460
Gr: PK-5 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #77.
Guilford Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
600 W Poplar Rd
Sterling, VA 20164
(571) 434-4550
Sterling, VA 20164
(571) 434-4550
Gr: PK-5 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #88.
Sully Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
300 Circle Dr
Sterling, VA 20164
(571) 434-4570
Sterling, VA 20164
(571) 434-4570
Gr: PK-5 | 476 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 20164, VA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 20164, VA include Dominion High School, Meadowland Elementary School and Rolling Ridge Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 20164?
8 public preschools are located in 20164.
What is the racial composition of students in 20164?
20164 public preschools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public preschools average of 57% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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