Waynesboro Primary School serves 924 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 924 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waynesboro Primary School's student population of 924 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
924 students
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
School Motto
'All In This Together'
School Rankings
The diversity score of Waynesboro Primary School is 0.50, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
6%
20%
Black
67%
36%
White
21%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Waynesboro Primary School often compared to?
Waynesboro Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burke County Middle School, Burke County High School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Waynesboro Primary School?
924 students attend Waynesboro Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Waynesboro Primary School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waynesboro Primary School?
Waynesboro Primary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waynesboro Primary School offer ?
Waynesboro Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waynesboro Primary School part of?
Waynesboro Primary School is part of Burke County School District.
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