Washington County Public Schools School District
School District · Abingdon, Virginia
Avg Rating
8.1
out of 10
Schools
15
7 elem, 4 mid, 4 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,125
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Avg Rating
8.1
out of 10
Schools
15
7 elem, 4 mid, 4 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,125
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Evaluating Washington County Public Schools?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Washington County Public Schools as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
E.b. Stanley Middle
Abingdon · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Wallace Middle
Bristol · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
High Point Elementary
Bristol · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Virginia rank
#8 of 131
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+1.9
above Virginia avg
Per-pupil spending
$14,125
$944 vs Virginia median
District size
6,705 students
Larger than Virginia median
The short answer
Washington County Public Schools ranks #8 of 131 Virginia districts by overall school rating. Washington County Public Schools's schools with real test data average 8.1/10 across 15 schools. Its top-rated schools are E.b. Stanley Middle (8.9/10), Wallace Middle (8.7/10), and High Point Elementary (8.6/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Washington County Public Schools
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating 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 | E.b. Stanley Middle | 8.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Wallace Middle | 8.7 / 10 |
| 3 | High Point Elementary | 8.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Holston High | 8.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Watauga Elementary | 8.5 / 10 |
| 6 | Meadowview Elementary | 8.5 / 10 |
| 7 | Damascus Middle | 8.4 / 10 |
| 8 | Abingdon Elementary | 8.3 / 10 |
| 9 | Patrick Henry High | 8.3 / 10 |
| 10 | Valley Institute Elementary | 8.2 / 10 |
See all 15 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Washington County Public Schools
Washington County Public Schools is a Abingdon, Virginia school district serving 15 schools. The district educates 6,705 students with a student-teacher ratio of 12.1:1. The district invests $14,125 per student annually.
With an average rating of 8.1/10, Washington County Public Schools is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is E.b. Stanley Middle, which has a composite score of 8.9/10.
In standardized testing, Washington County Public Schools students show an average math proficiency of 80.6% and ELA proficiency of 84.8%.
The district includes 7 elementary schools , 4 middle schools , and 4 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Washington County Public Schools, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Washington County Public Schools with test data.
Schools in Washington County Public Schools
15 schools Elementary Schools 7
Middle Schools 4
District Details
- State
- Virginia
- City
- Abingdon
- Total Enrollment
- 6,705
- Teachers (FTE)
- 554
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Washington County Public Schools?
Washington County Public Schools has 15 schools in total — 7 elementary, 4 middle, and 4 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Washington County Public Schools?
The average composite rating for Washington County Public Schools is 8.1/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Washington County Public Schools?
Washington County Public Schools spends $14,125 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Washington County Public Schools?
The average student-teacher ratio in Washington County Public Schools is 12.1:1.
What is the top-rated school in Washington County Public Schools?
E.b. Stanley Middle is the highest-rated school in Washington County Public Schools with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What are the test scores in Washington County Public Schools?
Across schools in Washington County Public Schools with test data, the average math proficiency is 80.6% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 84.8%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Washington County Public Schools compare to other districts in Virginia?
Washington County Public Schools has an average school rating of 8.1/10 across 15 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Virginia by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 8.1/10
- Math Proficiency
- 80.6%
- ELA Proficiency
- 84.8%
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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.
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