For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,507 students in 22551, VA.
The top ranked public schools in 22551, VA are Spotsylvania High School, Livingston Elementary School and Thornburg Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 22551 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Virginia public school average of 54%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 22551, VA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 22551, VA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Spotsylvania High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6975 Courthouse Rd
Spotsylvania, VA 22551
(540) 582-3882
Spotsylvania, VA 22551
(540) 582-3882
Grades: 9-12
| 1,325 students
Rank: #22.
Livingston Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6057 Courthouse Rd
Spotsylvania, VA 22551
(540) 895-5101
Spotsylvania, VA 22551
(540) 895-5101
Grades: PK-5
| 447 students
Rank: #33.
Thornburg Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6929 N Roxbury Mill Rd
Spotsylvania, VA 22551
(540) 582-7600
Spotsylvania, VA 22551
(540) 582-7600
Grades: 6-8
| 735 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 22551, VA?
The top ranked public schools in 22551, VA include Spotsylvania High School, Livingston Elementary School and Thornburg Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 22551?
3 public schools are located in 22551.
What is the racial composition of students in 22551?
22551 public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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