Best Schools in Lancaster, Virginia
1 schools · 1 High
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Lancaster High
High · Lancaster County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$257,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$257,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Lancaster
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lancaster High | 6.3 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.3/10
- Median household income
- $70,993
- Median home value
- $257,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 32%
- Avg commute
- 21 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 85%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Lancaster compares
Median household income
$71k
81% of Virginia median
About Schools in Lancaster, Virginia
Lancaster, Virginia is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.3 out of 10, schools in Lancaster 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 Lancaster is Lancaster High with a composite score of 6.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Lancaster is served by 1 school district: Lancaster County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 1,020 students.
Lancaster's community shows 32% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $70,993. The poverty rate in the area is 12.1%.
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.
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 408 students · 8th–12th | 6.3 |
Schools in Lancaster
Lancaster, Virginia · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$70,993
Median Home Value
$257,300
Median Rent
$1,092/mo
Population
4,046
College Educated
32%
Homeownership
85%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
12.1%
Community Profile
Lancaster has a median household income of $70,993. It is an area where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $257,300, with a median rent of $1,092/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.1%. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Lancaster, Virginia
How many schools are in Lancaster, Virginia?
Lancaster has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Lancaster, Virginia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lancaster is 6.3 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 Lancaster, Virginia?
The top-ranked school in Lancaster on MySchoolScout is Lancaster High with a composite score of 6.3/10.
What is the best high school in Lancaster, Virginia?
The top-ranked high school in Lancaster on MySchoolScout is Lancaster High with a composite score of 6.3/10.
How many school districts serve Lancaster, Virginia?
Lancaster is served by 1 school district: Lancaster County Public Schools.
What is the education level in Lancaster, Virginia?
According to Census data, 32% of adults in Lancaster have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Lancaster, Virginia?
The median household income in Lancaster is approximately $70,993 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lancaster, Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lancaster is 13.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lancaster, 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.