Waynesboro High School is a public high school in Waynesboro, Virginia, United States. Construction on the school began in 1936, funded by a Public Works Administration grant. Soon after it was completed in April 1938, there were 370 students and 13 faculty members.
Serving 917 students in grades 9-12, Waynesboro High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). 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 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 917 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waynesboro High School's student population of 917 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
917 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Year Founded
1938
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Rankings
Waynesboro High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waynesboro High School is 0.67, 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
#947 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
21%
19%
Black
17%
22%
White
50%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waynesboro High School's ranking?
Waynesboro High School is ranked #947 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% 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 89%.
How many students attend Waynesboro High School?
917 students attend Waynesboro High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Waynesboro High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 17% 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 16:1, 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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