Wayne County High School is a public high school located in Waynesboro, Tennessee, United States. It is part of the Wayne County School System.
Serving 258 students in grades 9-12, Wayne County High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 258 students
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wayne County High School's student population of 258 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
258 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
22 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Wayne County High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wayne County High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#721 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
16%
Black
1%
20%
White
93%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.8%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wayne County High School's ranking?
Wayne County High School is ranked #721 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Wayne County High School often compared to?
Wayne County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frank Hughes School, Collinwood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wayne County High School?
The graduation rate of Wayne County High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Wayne County High School?
258 students attend Wayne County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Wayne County High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Wayne County High School offer ?
Wayne County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wayne County High School part of?
Wayne County High School is part of Wayne County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Wayne County High School has a WONDERFUL Faculty and staff. I would recommend this school for snyone who doesn't mind going to a public school. This is my second year at Wayne County High and I thisk it is a wonderful school.
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