Best Schools in Wakefield, Virginia
1 schools · 1 Other
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Tidewater Academy
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Schools
1
0 public · 1 private
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$196,400
home value · ACS
Schools
1
0 public · 1 private
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$196,400
home value · ACS
Top-Rated Schools in Wakefield
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 | Tidewater Academy | 6.9 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.9/10
- Median household income
- $69,063
- Median home value
- $196,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 19%
- Avg commute
- 43 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 69%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Wakefield compares
Median household income
$69k
79% of Virginia median
About Schools in Wakefield, Virginia
Wakefield, Virginia is home to 1 schools, including 0 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span .
The highest-performing school in Wakefield is Tidewater Academy with a composite score of 6.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Wakefield's community shows 19% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $69,063. The poverty rate in the area is 9.4%.
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 | Tidewater Academy
Private
157 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.9 |
Schools in Wakefield
Wakefield, Virginia · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$69,063
Median Home Value
$196,400
Median Rent
$959/mo
Population
2,563
College Educated
19%
Homeownership
69%
Avg Commute
43 min
Poverty Rate
9.4%
Community Profile
Wakefield has a median household income of $69,063. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $196,400, with a median rent of $959/month. The local poverty rate of 9.4% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 43 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Virginia
- Other
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Wakefield, Virginia
How many schools are in Wakefield, Virginia?
Wakefield has 1 schools, including 0 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the top-ranked school in Wakefield, Virginia?
The top-ranked school in Wakefield on MySchoolScout is Tidewater Academy with a composite score of 6.9/10.
What is the education level in Wakefield, Virginia?
According to Census data, 19% of adults in Wakefield have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Wakefield, Virginia?
The median household income in Wakefield is approximately $69,063 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Wakefield, Virginia?
Yes, Wakefield has 1 private school alongside 0 public schools. The top-rated private school is Tidewater Academy with a score of 6.9/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Wakefield, Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Wakefield is 5.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Wakefield, 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.