For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,029 students in 22079, VA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 22079, VA are Laurel Hill Elementary School, Gunston Elementary School and Lorton Station Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 22079 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 22079, VA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 22079, VA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Laurel Hill Elementary School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8390 Laurel Crest Dr.
Lorton, VA 22079
(703) 551-5300
Lorton, VA 22079
(703) 551-5300
Gr: PK-6 | 736 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #22.
Gunston Elementary School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10100 Gunston Rd
Lorton, VA 22079
(703) 541-3600
Lorton, VA 22079
(703) 541-3600
Gr: PK-6 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #33.
Lorton Station Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9298 Lewis Chapel Rd.
Lorton, VA 22079
(571) 642-6000
Lorton, VA 22079
(571) 642-6000
Gr: PK-6 | 748 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
22079, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
8101 Lorton Rd.
Lorton, VA 22079
(703) 446-2100
Lorton, VA 22079
(703) 446-2100
Gr: PK | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 22079, VA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 22079, VA include Laurel Hill Elementary School, Gunston Elementary School and Lorton Station Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 22079?
3 public elementary schools are located in 22079.
What is the racial composition of students in 22079?
22079 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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