For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,068 students in 22153, VA (there are , serving 545 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in 22153, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 22153, VA are Sangster Elementary School, Newington Forest Elementary School and Saratoga Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 22153 have an average math proficiency score of 87% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 22153, VA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 22153, VA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sangster Elementary School
(Math: 98% | Reading: 94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
7420 Reservation Dr
Springfield, VA 22153
(703) 644-8200
Springfield, VA 22153
(703) 644-8200
Gr: PK-6 | 899 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Newington Forest Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8001 Newington Forest Ave
Springfield, VA 22153
(703) 923-2600
Springfield, VA 22153
(703) 923-2600
Gr: PK-6 | 580 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #33.
Saratoga Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8111 Northumberland Rd
Springfield, VA 22153
(703) 440-2600
Springfield, VA 22153
(703) 440-2600
Gr: PK-6 | 589 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 22153, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in 22153, VA include Sangster Elementary School, Newington Forest Elementary School and Saratoga Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 22153?
3 public schools are located in 22153.
What percentage of students in 22153 go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in 22153 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 22153?
22153 public schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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