For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,238 students in 22902, VA (there are 8 private schools, serving 1,595 private students). 58% of all K-12 students in 22902, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 22902, VA are Monticello High School, Mountain View Elementary School and Summit Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 22902 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 22902, VA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 22902, VA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Monticello High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1400 Independence Way
Charlottesville, VA 22902
(434) 244-3100
Charlottesville, VA 22902
(434) 244-3100
Gr: 9-12 | 1,184 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Mountain View Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1757 Avon Street Extended
Charlottesville, VA 22902
(434) 293-7455
Charlottesville, VA 22902
(434) 293-7455
Gr: PK-5 | 769 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #33.
Summit Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Belmont Avenue
Charlottesville, VA 22902
(434) 245-2414
Charlottesville, VA 22902
(434) 245-2414
Gr: PK-4 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #44.
Blue Ridge Juvenile Detention Home
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
195 Peregory Ln.
Charlottesville, VA 22902
(434) 951-9340
Charlottesville, VA 22902
(434) 951-9340
Rank: n/an/a
Monticello Governor's Health Sciences Academy
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
1400 Independence Way
Charlottesville, VA 22902
(434) 244-3100
Charlottesville, VA 22902
(434) 244-3100
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 22902, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in 22902, VA include Monticello High School, Mountain View Elementary School and Summit Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 22902?
7 public schools are located in 22902.
What percentage of students in 22902 go to public school?
58% of all K-12 students in 22902 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 22902?
22902 public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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