For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 774 students in Rappahannock County, VA (there are 2 private schools, serving 221 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in Rappahannock County, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in Rappahannock County, VA are Rappahannock County High School and Rappahannock County Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rappahannock County, VA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Virginia public school average of 54%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Rappahannock County have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Rappahannock County (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rappahannock County High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
12576 Lee Highway
Washington, VA 22747
(540) 227-0745
Washington, VA 22747
(540) 227-0745
Grades: 8-12
| 308 students
Rank: #22.
Rappahannock County Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
34 Schoolhouse Road
Washington, VA 22747
(540) 227-0200
Washington, VA 22747
(540) 227-0200
Grades: PK-7
| 466 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Rappahannock County, VA?
The top ranked public schools in Rappahannock County, VA include Rappahannock County High School and Rappahannock County Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Rappahannock County?
2 public schools are located in Rappahannock County.
What percentage of students in Rappahannock County go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in Rappahannock County are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in Rappahannock County?
Rappahannock County public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public schools in Rappahannock County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Rappahannock County include: Rappahannock County High School vs. Rappahannock County Elementary School
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