Best Schools in Spotsylvania, Virginia
15 schools · 9 Elementary · 4 Middle · 2 High
Choosing a school in Spotsylvania?
Use this page to compare every school in Spotsylvania by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Spotsylvania High
High · Spotsylvania County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Riverview Elementary
Elementary · Spotsylvania County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Berkeley Elementary
Elementary · Spotsylvania 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 Spotsylvania for 2026 are Spotsylvania High (7.5/10), Riverview Elementary (7.3/10), and Berkeley Elementary (6.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 15 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
15
in this city
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$405,650
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
15
in this city
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$405,650
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 7.5/10 despite 63% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.1 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Spotsylvania schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Spotsylvania
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (15 of 15). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Spotsylvania High | 7.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Riverview Elementary | 7.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Berkeley Elementary | 6.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Brock Road Elementary | 6.4 / 10 |
| 5 | Courtland High | 6.4 / 10 |
| 6 | Ni River Middle | 5.9 / 10 |
| 7 | Courthouse Road Elementary | 5.2 / 10 |
| 8 | Courtland Elementary | 5.1 / 10 |
| 9 | Wilderness Elementary | 4.7 / 10 |
| 10 | Livingston Elementary | 4.6 / 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
- 5.3/10
- Median household income
- $118,957
- Median home value
- $405,650
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 32%
- Avg commute
- 41 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 84%
13% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Spotsylvania compares
Virginia rank
#147 of 182
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.9
below Virginia avg (6.2)
Median household income
$119k
135% of Virginia median
Schools in this city
15
About Schools in Spotsylvania, Virginia
Spotsylvania, Virginia is home to 15 schools, including 15 public schools. The city's schools span 9 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.3 out of 10, schools in Spotsylvania 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 Spotsylvania is Spotsylvania High with a composite score of 7.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Spotsylvania is served by 1 school district: Spotsylvania County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 24,012 students.
Spotsylvania's community shows 32% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $118,957. The poverty rate in the area is 6.7%.
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
9 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 669 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.3 |
| 2 | 282 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.5 |
| 3 | 683 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.4 |
| 4 | 768 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.2 |
| 5 | 563 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.1 |
| 6 | 650 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.7 |
| 7 | 447 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.6 |
| 8 | 524 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.5 |
| 9 | 593 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.2 |
Middle Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 713 students · 6th–8th | 5.9 |
| 2 | 1,004 students · 6th–8th | 4.6 |
| 3 | 711 students · 6th–8th | 4.2 |
| 4 | 735 students · 6th–8th | 3.7 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,325 students · 9th–12th | 7.5 |
| 2 | 1,497 students · 9th–12th | 6.4 |
Schools in Spotsylvania
Spotsylvania, Virginia · 15 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$118,957
Median Home Value
$405,650
Median Rent
$1,613/mo
Population
40,326
College Educated
32%
Homeownership
84%
Avg Commute
41 min
Poverty Rate
6.7%
Community Profile
Spotsylvania has a median household income of $118,957. It is an area where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $405,650, with a median rent of $1,613/month. The local poverty rate of 6.7% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 41 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Virginia
- Elementary
- 9
- Middle
- 4
- High
- 2
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Spotsylvania, Virginia
How many schools are in Spotsylvania, Virginia?
Spotsylvania has 15 schools, including 15 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Spotsylvania, Virginia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Spotsylvania is 5.3 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 Spotsylvania, Virginia?
The top-ranked school in Spotsylvania on MySchoolScout is Spotsylvania High with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Spotsylvania, Virginia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Spotsylvania on MySchoolScout is Riverview Elementary with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Spotsylvania, Virginia?
The top-ranked middle school in Spotsylvania on MySchoolScout is Ni River Middle with a composite score of 5.9/10.
What is the best high school in Spotsylvania, Virginia?
The top-ranked high school in Spotsylvania on MySchoolScout is Spotsylvania High with a composite score of 7.5/10.
How many school districts serve Spotsylvania, Virginia?
Spotsylvania is served by 1 school district: Spotsylvania County Public Schools.
What is the education level in Spotsylvania, Virginia?
According to Census data, 32% of adults in Spotsylvania have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Spotsylvania, Virginia?
The median household income in Spotsylvania is approximately $118,957 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Spotsylvania, Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Spotsylvania is 15.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Spotsylvania, 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.