For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 402 students in Lancaster, VA.
The top-ranked public school in Lancaster, VA is Lancaster High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lancaster, VA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Lancaster have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Lancaster, VA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lancaster High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8815 Mary Ball Rd
Lancaster, VA 22503
(804) 462-5100
Lancaster, VA 22503
(804) 462-5100
Gr: 8-12 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Lancaster, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
36 Primary School Circle
Lancaster, VA 22503
(804) 462-5100
Lancaster, VA 22503
(804) 462-5100
Gr: K-4 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Lancaster, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in Lancaster, VA include Lancaster High School.
How many public schools are located in Lancaster?
2 public schools are located in Lancaster.
What is the racial composition of students in Lancaster?
Lancaster public schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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