Serving 926 students in grades 9-12, Waynesboro High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 926 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Waynesboro High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Waynesboro, VA, covering approximately 15.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 2.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waynesboro High School's student population of 926 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
926 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1938
School Rankings
Waynesboro High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waynesboro High School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#620 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
22%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
20%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
46%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Graduation Rate
81%
88.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
5%
Showing 2013–2022. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waynesboro High School's ranking?
Waynesboro High School is ranked #620 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Waynesboro High School often compared to?
Waynesboro High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverheads High School, Wilson Memorial High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waynesboro High School?
The graduation rate of Waynesboro High School is 81%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend Waynesboro High School?
926 students attend Waynesboro High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Waynesboro High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waynesboro High School?
Waynesboro High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waynesboro High School offer ?
Waynesboro High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waynesboro High School part of?
Waynesboro High School is part of Waynesboro City School District.
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