For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,067 students in Waynesburg, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 75 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in Waynesburg, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in Waynesburg, PA are West Greene El Center, Waynesburg Central Jr. Sr. High School and Waynesburg Central El School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Waynesburg, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in Waynesburg have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Waynesburg, PA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Greene El Center
(Math: 55% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1350 Hargus Creek Rd
Waynesburg, PA 15370
(724) 499-5183
Waynesburg, PA 15370
(724) 499-5183
Gr: K-6 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Waynesburg Central Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
30 Zimmerman Dr
Waynesburg, PA 15370
(724) 852-1050
Waynesburg, PA 15370
(724) 852-1050
Gr: 7-12 | 661 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #33.
Waynesburg Central El School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
90 Zimmerman Dr
Waynesburg, PA 15370
(724) 627-3081
Waynesburg, PA 15370
(724) 627-3081
Gr: K-6 | 761 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #44.
Greene County Career And Technology Center
Vocational School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
60 Zimmerman Drive
Waynesburg, PA 15370
(724) 627-3106
Waynesburg, PA 15370
(724) 627-3106
Gr: 9-12 | 5 students
Rank: #55.
West Greene Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1352 Hargus Creek Rd
Waynesburg, PA 15370
(724) 499-5183
Waynesburg, PA 15370
(724) 499-5183
Gr: 7-12 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Waynesburg, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
126 E Lincoln St
Waynesburg, PA 15370
(724) 852-2722
Waynesburg, PA 15370
(724) 852-2722
Gr: 7-8 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
1352 Hargus Creek Rd
Waynesburg, PA 15370
(724) 499-5183
Waynesburg, PA 15370
(724) 499-5183
Gr: 9-12 | 197 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
1352 Hargus Creek Rd
Waynesburg, PA 15370
(724) 499-5051
Waynesburg, PA 15370
(724) 499-5051
Gr: 7-8 | 104 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Waynesburg, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in Waynesburg, PA include West Greene El Center, Waynesburg Central Jr. Sr. High School and Waynesburg Central El School.
How many public schools are located in Waynesburg?
5 public schools are located in Waynesburg.
What percentage of students in Waynesburg go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in Waynesburg are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Waynesburg?
Waynesburg public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public schools in Waynesburg are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Waynesburg include: West Greene El Center vs. Waynesburg Central El School, Waynesburg Central El School vs. West Greene El Center
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