For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 2,627 students in 22304, VA.
The top ranked public preschools in 22304, VA are Samuel W. Tucker Elementary School, Patrick Henry K-8 School and James K. Polk Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 22304 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Virginia public pre school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 66% statewide average). Pre schools in 22304, VA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public preschool average of 56% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 22304, VA Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Samuel W. Tucker Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
435 Ferdinand Day Dr
Alexandria, VA 22304
(703) 933-6300
Alexandria, VA 22304
(703) 933-6300
Gr: PK-5 | 736 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
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: #33.
James K. Polk Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5000 Polk Ave
Alexandria, VA 22304
(703) 461-4180
Alexandria, VA 22304
(703) 461-4180
Gr: PK-5 | 833 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
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 preschools in 22304, VA?
The top ranked public preschools in 22304, VA include Samuel W. Tucker Elementary School, Patrick Henry K-8 School and James K. Polk Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 22304?
3 public preschools are located in 22304.
What is the racial composition of students in 22304?
22304 public preschools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public preschools average of 56% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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