Best Public Schools in Zip Code 22932

Zip code 22932 (Crozet, VA) is served by four public schools in Albemarle County Public Schools: two elementary schools (Brownsville Elementary and Crozet Elementary), one middle school (Joseph T. Henley Middle), and one high school (Western Albemarle High), together enrolling roughly 3,221 students. Although the district itself ranks 43rd out of 131 Virginia districts (67th percentile, 3 stars), every school in this zip code performs well above that district-wide rating, placing at or above the 79th percentile statewide.

Brownsville Elementary is the clear standout, ranking 23rd among Virginia elementary schools (98th percentile) with an average SOL proficiency near 93.5%—about 10 points higher than Crozet Elementary, which still ranks a solid 79th percentile. Brownsville posts exceptional scores in 5th grade math (98.77%) and reading (96.39%), while Crozet outperforms state averages but trails its same-zip neighbor. Joseph T. Henley Middle has been consistently excellent, holding a 91st percentile ranking for three straight years; its advanced math courses (Geometry and Algebra I) see near-perfect proficiency. Western Albemarle High ranks in the 85th percentile with a 95.3% graduation rate and strong 11th grade reading (96.91%) and writing (93.17%) scores.

There are a few nuances worth knowing. At Henley Middle, while advanced math scores soar above 93%, on-grade-level math proficiency drops from 90.67% in 6th grade to 48.53% in 8th grade—suggesting acceleration works well for top students, but non-accelerated learners may struggle. Similarly, Western Albemarle High shows weaker 10th grade Geometry (50%) and Algebra I (61.11%) scores, likely reflecting later or repeat course-taking rather than overall quality. All four schools have low free/reduced lunch rates (12–15%) and chronic absenteeism below the state's 14.8% rate, with Brownsville lowest at 6.9%. Brownsville also rose dramatically from the 79th to 98th percentile in two years. Bottom line: this zip code offers strong school options across all grade levels, with Brownsville leading academically and the high school providing excellent graduation outcomes.