For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,535 students in 20187, VA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 20187, VA are C. Hunter Ritchie Elementary School, P.b. Smith Elementary School and Auburn Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 20187 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 20187, VA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 20187, VA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
C. Hunter Ritchie Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4416 Broad Run Church Rd
Warrenton, VA 20187
(540) 422-7650
Warrenton, VA 20187
(540) 422-7650
Gr: PK-5 | 525 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
P.b. Smith Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6176 Dumfries Rd
Warrenton, VA 20187
(540) 422-7670
Warrenton, VA 20187
(540) 422-7670
Gr: PK-5 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #33.
Auburn Middle School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7270 Riley Rd.
Warrenton, VA 20187
(540) 422-7410
Warrenton, VA 20187
(540) 422-7410
Gr: 6-8 | 570 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 20187, VA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 20187, VA include C. Hunter Ritchie Elementary School, P.b. Smith Elementary School and Auburn Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 20187?
3 public elementary schools are located in 20187.
What is the racial composition of students in 20187?
20187 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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