Best Schools in Waynesboro, Virginia
10 schools · 5 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Waynesboro 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.
Fishburne Military School
High. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Wenonah Elementary
Elementary · Waynesboro City Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Appalachian Christian School
Other. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Waynesboro for 2026 are Fishburne Military School (8.0/10), Wenonah Elementary (5.9/10), and Appalachian Christian School (5.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 9 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
10
8 public · 2 private
Avg Score
5.0
out of 10
Median Home
$256,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
10
8 public · 2 private
Avg Score
5.0
out of 10
Median Home
$256,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Waynesboro
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (9 of 10). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fishburne Military School | 8.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Wenonah Elementary | 5.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Appalachian Christian School | 5.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Waynesboro High | 5.5 / 10 |
| 5 | Cassell Elementary | 5.4 / 10 |
| 6 | Westwood Hills Elementary | 5.1 / 10 |
| 7 | Kate Collins Middle | 4.4 / 10 |
| 8 | Berkeley Glenn Elementary | 4.1 / 10 |
| 9 | William Perry Elementary | 3.4 / 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
- 5.0/10
- Median household income
- $63,176
- Median home value
- $256,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 25%
- Avg commute
- 22 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 68%
10% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Waynesboro compares
Virginia rank
#158 of 182
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.2
below Virginia avg (6.2)
Median household income
$63k
72% of Virginia median
Schools in this city
10
About Schools in Waynesboro, Virginia
Waynesboro, Virginia is home to 10 schools, including 8 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.0 out of 10, schools in Waynesboro 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 Waynesboro is Fishburne Military School with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Waynesboro is served by 2 school districts: Augusta County Public Schools, Waynesboro City Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 13,199 students.
Waynesboro's community shows 25% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $63,176. 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.
Elementary Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 214 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.9 |
| 2 | 639 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.4 |
| 3 | 381 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.1 |
| 4 | 257 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.1 |
| 5 | 472 students · Kindergarten–5th | 3.4 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 624 students · 6th–8th | 4.4 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 917 students · 9th–12th | 5.5 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Fishburne Military School
Private
127 students · 7th–12th | 8.0 | ||
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 195 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 2.9 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Appalachian Christian School
Private
114 students · Kindergarten–12th | 5.7 | ||
Schools in Waynesboro
Waynesboro, Virginia · 10 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$63,176
Median Home Value
$256,000
Median Rent
$968/mo
Population
32,756
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
68%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
9.4%
Community Profile
Waynesboro has a median household income of $63,176. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $256,000, with a median rent of $968/month. The local poverty rate of 9.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Virginia
- Elementary
- 5
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
- Other
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Waynesboro, Virginia
How many schools are in Waynesboro, Virginia?
Waynesboro has 10 schools, including 8 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Waynesboro, Virginia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Waynesboro is 5.0 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 Waynesboro, Virginia?
The top-ranked school in Waynesboro on MySchoolScout is Fishburne Military School with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Waynesboro, Virginia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Waynesboro on MySchoolScout is Wenonah Elementary with a composite score of 5.9/10.
What is the best middle school in Waynesboro, Virginia?
The top-ranked middle school in Waynesboro on MySchoolScout is Kate Collins Middle with a composite score of 4.4/10.
What is the best high school in Waynesboro, Virginia?
The top-ranked high school in Waynesboro on MySchoolScout is Fishburne Military School with a composite score of 8.0/10.
How many school districts serve Waynesboro, Virginia?
Waynesboro is served by 2 school districts: Augusta County Public Schools, Waynesboro City Public Schools.
What is the education level in Waynesboro, Virginia?
According to Census data, 25% of adults in Waynesboro have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Waynesboro, Virginia?
The median household income in Waynesboro is approximately $63,176 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Waynesboro, Virginia?
Yes, Waynesboro has 2 private schools alongside 8 public schools. The top-rated private school is Fishburne Military School with a score of 8.0/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Waynesboro, Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Waynesboro is 13.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Waynesboro, 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.