For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 8,156 students in 20164, VA (there are 3 private schools, serving 206 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 20164, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 20164, VA are Dominion High School, Meadowland Elementary School and Park View High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 20164 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 20164, VA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 20164, VA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dominion High School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
21326 Augusta Dr.
Sterling, VA 20164
(571) 434-4400
Sterling, VA 20164
(571) 434-4400
Gr: PK-12 | 1,453 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #22.
Meadowland Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
729 S Sugarland Run Dr
Sterling, VA 20164
(571) 434-4440
Sterling, VA 20164
(571) 434-4440
Gr: PK-5 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #33.
Park View High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
400 W Laurel Ave
Sterling, VA 20164
(571) 434-4500
Sterling, VA 20164
(571) 434-4500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,409 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
Seneca Ridge Middle School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
98 Seneca Ridge Dr
Sterling, VA 20164
(571) 434-4420
Sterling, VA 20164
(571) 434-4420
Gr: 6-8 | 862 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #55.
Rolling Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
500 E Frederick Dr
Sterling, VA 20164
(571) 434-4540
Sterling, VA 20164
(571) 434-4540
Gr: PK-5 | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #66.
Sterling Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
200 W Church Rd
Sterling, VA 20164
(571) 434-4580
Sterling, VA 20164
(571) 434-4580
Gr: PK-5 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #77.
Forest Grove Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
46245 Forest Ridge Dr.
Sterling, VA 20164
(703) 434-4560
Sterling, VA 20164
(703) 434-4560
Gr: PK-5 | 529 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #88.
Sugarland Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
65 Sugarland Run Dr
Sterling, VA 20164
(571) 434-4460
Sterling, VA 20164
(571) 434-4460
Gr: PK-5 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #99.
Sterling Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
201 W Holly Ave
Sterling, VA 20164
(571) 434-4520
Sterling, VA 20164
(571) 434-4520
Gr: 6-8 | 967 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #1010.
Guilford Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
600 W Poplar Rd
Sterling, VA 20164
(571) 434-4550
Sterling, VA 20164
(571) 434-4550
Gr: PK-5 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1111.
Sully Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
300 Circle Dr
Sterling, VA 20164
(571) 434-4570
Sterling, VA 20164
(571) 434-4570
Gr: PK-5 | 476 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: n/an/a
21328 Augusta Drive
Sterling, VA 20164
(571) 434-4500
Sterling, VA 20164
(571) 434-4500
Gr: 9-12 | 59 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 20164, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in 20164, VA include Dominion High School, Meadowland Elementary School and Park View High School.
How many public schools are located in 20164?
12 public schools are located in 20164.
What percentage of students in 20164 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 20164 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 20164?
20164 public schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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