Best Schools in The Plains, Virginia
1 schools · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in The Plains by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Wakefield School
Other. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
1
0 public · 1 private
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$1,131,300
home value · ACS
Schools
1
0 public · 1 private
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$1,131,300
home value · ACS
Top-Rated Schools in The Plains
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 | Wakefield School | 7.8 / 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
- 7.8/10
- Median household income
- $81,950
- Median home value
- $1,131,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 49%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 65%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How The Plains compares
Median household income
$82k
93% of Virginia median
About Schools in The Plains, Virginia
The Plains, Virginia is home to 1 schools, including 0 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span .
The highest-performing school in The Plains is Wakefield School with a composite score of 7.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
The Plains's community shows 49% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $81,950. The poverty rate in the area is 10.1%.
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.
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wakefield School
Private
374 students · Pre-K–12th | 7.8 |
Schools in The Plains
The Plains, Virginia · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$81,950
Median Home Value
$1,131,300
Population
2,178
College Educated
49%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Community Profile
The Plains has a median household income of $81,950. It is a well-educated community where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,131,300. The area has a poverty rate of 10.1%. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Virginia
- Other
- 1
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Common questions about schools in The Plains, Virginia
How many schools are in The Plains, Virginia?
The Plains has 1 schools, including 0 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the top-ranked school in The Plains, Virginia?
The top-ranked school in The Plains on MySchoolScout is Wakefield School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the education level in The Plains, Virginia?
According to Census data, 49% of adults in The Plains have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in The Plains, Virginia?
The median household income in The Plains is approximately $81,950 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in The Plains, Virginia?
Yes, The Plains has 1 private school alongside 0 public schools. The top-rated private school is Wakefield School with a score of 7.8/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in The Plains, Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in The Plains is 5.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in The Plains, 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.