For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 546 students in 22448, VA.
The top ranked public school in 22448, VA is Potomac Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø school in zipcode 22448 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 22448, VA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 22448, VA ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Potomac Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
16495 15th Street
Dahlgren, VA 22448
(540) 663-3322
Dahlgren, VA 22448
(540) 663-3322
Grades: K-5
| 546 students
22448, Virginia ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
6117 Sampson Rd Suite 206, Bld
Dahlgren, VA 22448
(540) 653-8822
Dahlgren, VA 22448
(540) 653-8822
Grades: PK-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 22448, VA?
The top ranked public schools in 22448, VA include Potomac Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 22448?
1 public schools are located in 22448.
What is the racial composition of students in 22448?
22448 public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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