Best Schools in King George, Virginia
4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
Choosing a school in King George?
Use this page to compare every school in King George by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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King George High
High · King George County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
King George Middle
Middle · King George County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Sealston Elementary
Elementary · King George County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in King George for 2026 are King George High (6.4/10), King George Middle (5.4/10), and Sealston Elementary (5.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$395,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$395,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in King George
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | King George High | 6.4 / 10 |
| 2 | King George Middle | 5.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Sealston Elementary | 5.4 / 10 |
| 4 | King George Elementary | 4.4 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.4/10
- Median household income
- $110,657
- Median home value
- $395,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 36%
- Avg commute
- 37 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 78%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How King George compares
Virginia rank
#143 of 182
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.8
below Virginia avg (6.2)
Median household income
$111k
126% of Virginia median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in King George, Virginia
King George, Virginia is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.4 out of 10, schools in King George show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in King George is King George High with a composite score of 6.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
King George is served by 1 school district: King George County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 4,543 students.
King George's community shows 36% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $110,657. The poverty rate in the area is 6.6%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 714 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.4 |
| 2 | 733 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.4 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,057 students · 6th–8th | 5.4 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,493 students · 9th–12th | 6.4 |
Schools in King George
King George, Virginia · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$110,657
Median Home Value
$395,900
Median Rent
$1,373/mo
Population
26,810
College Educated
36%
Homeownership
78%
Avg Commute
37 min
Poverty Rate
6.6%
Community Profile
King George has a median household income of $110,657. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $395,900, with a median rent of $1,373/month. The local poverty rate of 6.6% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 37 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Virginia
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in King George, Virginia
How many schools are in King George, Virginia?
King George has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in King George, Virginia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in King George is 5.4 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in King George, Virginia?
The top-ranked school in King George on MySchoolScout is King George High with a composite score of 6.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in King George, Virginia?
The top-ranked elementary school in King George on MySchoolScout is Sealston Elementary with a composite score of 5.4/10.
What is the best middle school in King George, Virginia?
The top-ranked middle school in King George on MySchoolScout is King George Middle with a composite score of 5.4/10.
What is the best high school in King George, Virginia?
The top-ranked high school in King George on MySchoolScout is King George High with a composite score of 6.4/10.
How many school districts serve King George, Virginia?
King George is served by 1 school district: King George County Public Schools.
What is the education level in King George, Virginia?
According to Census data, 36% of adults in King George have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in King George, Virginia?
The median household income in King George is approximately $110,657 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in King George, Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in King George is 14.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in King George, Virginia?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Virginia Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.