For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,441 students in 22406, VA (there are , serving 613 private students). 80% of all K-12 students in 22406, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 22406, VA are Hartwood Elementary School, T. Benton Gayle Middle School and Rocky Run Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 22406 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 22406, VA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 22406, VA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hartwood Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
14 Shackleford Well Rd
Fredericksburg, VA 22406
(540) 752-4441
Fredericksburg, VA 22406
(540) 752-4441
Gr: K-5 | 610 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
T. Benton Gayle Middle School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
100 Panther Drive
Fredericksburg, VA 22406
(540) 373-0383
Fredericksburg, VA 22406
(540) 373-0383
Gr: 6-8 | 926 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
Rocky Run Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
95 Reservoir Rd
Fredericksburg, VA 22406
(540) 286-1956
Fredericksburg, VA 22406
(540) 286-1956
Gr: K-5 | 905 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: n/an/a
Academy Of Technology And Innovation At The University Of Ma
Alternative School
121 University Boulevard
Fredericksburg, VA 22406
(540) 295-2045
Fredericksburg, VA 22406
(540) 295-2045
Rank: n/an/a
Regional Alternative Ed/stafford Co
Alternative School
125 University Boulevard
Fredericksburg, VA 22406
(540) 659-9899
Fredericksburg, VA 22406
(540) 659-9899
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 22406, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in 22406, VA include Hartwood Elementary School, T. Benton Gayle Middle School and Rocky Run Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 22406?
5 public schools are located in 22406.
What percentage of students in 22406 go to public school?
80% of all K-12 students in 22406 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 22406?
22406 public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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