For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 2,568 students in 22304, VA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 22304, VA are Patrick Henry K-8 School and Francis C. Hammond Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 22304 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Virginia public middle school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 70% statewide average). Middle schools in 22304, VA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Virginia public middle school average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 22304, VA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Patrick Henry K-8 School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4643 Taney Ave
Alexandria, VA 22304
(703) 461-4170
Alexandria, VA 22304
(703) 461-4170
Gr: PK-8 | 1,058 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #22.
Francis C. Hammond Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4646 Seminary Road
Alexandria, VA 22304
(703) 461-4100
Alexandria, VA 22304
(703) 461-4100
Gr: 6-8 | 1,510 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
22304, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4646 Seminary Rd
Alexandria, VA 22304
(703) 461-4100
Alexandria, VA 22304
(703) 461-4100
Gr: 6-8 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
4646 Seminary Road
Alexandria, VA 22304
(703) 461-4100
Alexandria, VA 22304
(703) 461-4100
Gr: 6-8 | 465 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 22304, VA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 22304, VA include Patrick Henry K-8 School and Francis C. Hammond Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 22304?
2 public middle schools are located in 22304.
What is the racial composition of students in 22304?
22304 public middle schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Virginia public middle schools average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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