For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,524 students in 22812, VA (there are 2 private schools, serving 441 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in 22812, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 22812, VA are Turner Ashby High School and John W. Wayland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 22812 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 22812, VA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 22812, VA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Turner Ashby High School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
800 N Main St
Bridgewater, VA 22812
(540) 828-2008
Bridgewater, VA 22812
(540) 828-2008
Gr: 9-12 | 998 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
John W. Wayland Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
801 North Main St
Bridgewater, VA 22812
(540) 828-6081
Bridgewater, VA 22812
(540) 828-6081
Gr: PK-5 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 22812, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in 22812, VA include Turner Ashby High School and John W. Wayland Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 22812?
2 public schools are located in 22812.
What percentage of students in 22812 go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in 22812 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 22812?
22812 public schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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