For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 3,036 students in 22603, VA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 22603, VA are James Wood High School and Millbrook High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 22603 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Virginia public high school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 81% statewide average). High schools in 22603, VA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 22603 have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the Virginia average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is James Wood High School, with 94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 22603, VA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
James Wood High School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
161 Apple Pie Ridge Rd
Winchester, VA 22603
(540) 667-5226
Winchester, VA 22603
(540) 667-5226
Gr: 9-12 | 1,463 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Millbrook High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
251 First Woods Dr.
Winchester, VA 22603
(540) 545-2800
Winchester, VA 22603
(540) 545-2800
Gr: 9-12 | 1,573 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
22603, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Northwestern Regional Juvenile Detention Center (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
145 Ft. Collier Rd.
Winchester, VA 22603
(540) 665-6380
Winchester, VA 22603
(540) 665-6380
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 22603, VA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 22603, VA include James Wood High School and Millbrook High School.
How many public high schools are located in 22603?
2 public high schools are located in 22603.
What is the racial composition of students in 22603?
22603 public high schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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