For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 5,258 students in 22315, VA (there are 6 private schools, serving 281 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 22315, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 22315, VA are Island Creek Elementary School, Hayfield Elementary School and Lane Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 22315 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 22315, VA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 22315, VA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Island Creek Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7855 Morning View Ln
Alexandria, VA 22315
(571) 642-6300
Alexandria, VA 22315
(571) 642-6300
Gr: PK-6 | 686 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
Hayfield Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7633 Telegraph Rd
Alexandria, VA 22315
(703) 924-4500
Alexandria, VA 22315
(703) 924-4500
Gr: PK-6 | 600 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #33.
Lane Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7137 Beulah St
Alexandria, VA 22315
(703) 924-7700
Alexandria, VA 22315
(703) 924-7700
Gr: PK-6 | 716 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #44.
Hayfield Secondary
Magnet School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7630 Telegraph Rd
Alexandria, VA 22315
(703) 924-7400
Alexandria, VA 22315
(703) 924-7400
Gr: 7-12 | 3,256 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 22315, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in 22315, VA include Island Creek Elementary School, Hayfield Elementary School and Lane Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 22315?
4 public schools are located in 22315.
What percentage of students in 22315 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 22315 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 22315?
22315 public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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