For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 4,365 students in 20136, VA (there are 5 private schools, serving 621 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 20136, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 20136, VA are Cedar Point Elementary School, Piney Branch Elementary School and Bristow Run Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 20136 have an average math proficiency score of 78% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 20136, VA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is equal to the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 20136, VA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cedar Point Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12601 Braemar Parkway
Bristow, VA 20136
(703) 365-0963
Bristow, VA 20136
(703) 365-0963
Gr: PK-5 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Piney Branch Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8301 Linton Hall Road
Bristow, VA 20136
(571) 261-5300
Bristow, VA 20136
(571) 261-5300
Gr: PK-5 | 760 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Bristow Run Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8990 Worthington Dr
Bristow, VA 20136
(703) 753-7741
Bristow, VA 20136
(703) 753-7741
Gr: PK-5 | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
E.h. Marsteller Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
14000 Sudley Manor Dr
Bristow, VA 20136
(703) 393-7608
Bristow, VA 20136
(703) 393-7608
Gr: 6-8 | 1,153 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #55.
Victory Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
12001 Tygart Lake Drive
Bristow, VA 20136
(703) 257-0356
Bristow, VA 20136
(703) 257-0356
Gr: PK-5 | 661 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #66.
Chris Yung Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
12612 Fog Light Way
Bristow, VA 20136
(571) 598-3500
Bristow, VA 20136
(571) 598-3500
Gr: PK-5 | 719 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 20136, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in 20136, VA include Cedar Point Elementary School, Piney Branch Elementary School and Bristow Run Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 20136?
6 public schools are located in 20136.
What percentage of students in 20136 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 20136 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 20136?
20136 public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is equal to the Virginia public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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