Serving 491 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Waynesboro Riverview School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 491 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Waynesboro Middle School serves the northeast part of Waynesboro, MS, covering an area of approximately 239.4 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive time of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 19.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waynesboro Riverview School's student population of 491 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
491 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Waynesboro Riverview School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waynesboro Riverview School is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#607 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
10%
7%
Black
84%
45%
White
5%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.2%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waynesboro Riverview School's ranking?
Waynesboro Riverview School is ranked #607 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Waynesboro Riverview School?
491 students attend Waynesboro Riverview School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Waynesboro Riverview School students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waynesboro Riverview School?
Waynesboro Riverview School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waynesboro Riverview School offer ?
Waynesboro Riverview School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waynesboro Riverview School part of?
Waynesboro Riverview School is part of Wayne County School District.
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