At a glance
Reported students
926
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
62.5
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
14.8:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Virginia high enrollment
43rd percentile
Compared with 325 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
382
Waynesboro High: 926 reported students.
State peer staffing position
65th percentile
14.8:1 reported; state peer median 13.8:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 895
- Teachers (FTE)
- 66
- Student–teacher ratio
- 13.6:1
What the reported data says about Waynesboro High
Waynesboro High is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Waynesboro. It is one of 7 current school records connected to Waynesboro City Public Schools. NCES reports 926 students for 2024–25.
Among 325 high schools in Virginia with comparable records, this school is smaller than the reported median of 1,140 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 43rd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 14.8:1, close to the Virginia median of 13.8:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (46.3%) and Hispanic or Latino (22.1%). English learners represent 5.4% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 11.5%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 9 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Waynesboro High
- 1How do the reported 14.8:1 student–teacher ratio and 62.5 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 3 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 5.4%
- Students with disabilities
- 11.5%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 94.7%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 3
- Nurses (FTE)
- 2
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 2
- Social workers (FTE)
- 2
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White46.3%
- Hispanic22.1%
- Black19.9%
- Asian2.9%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.2%
- Multiracial8.5%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
9 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Waynesboro City Public Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Kate Collins Middle
Middle · Grades 06–08
602 reported students
William Perry Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
447 reported students
Westwood Hills Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
382 reported students
Berkeley Glenn Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
256 reported students
Wenonah Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
246 reported students
Wayne Hills Center
Other · Grades PK–PK
184 reported students
Public schools near Waynesboro High
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westwood Hills Elementary Elementary · Waynesboro City Public Schools | KG–05 | 382 | 0.7 mi |
| Kate Collins Middle Middle · Waynesboro City Public Schools | 06–08 | 602 | 0.8 mi |
| Wayne Hills Center Other · Waynesboro City Public Schools | PK–PK | 184 | 0.8 mi |
| Berkeley Glenn Elementary Elementary · Waynesboro City Public Schools | KG–05 | 256 | 1 mi |
| Wilson Memorial High High · Augusta County Public Schools | 09–12 | 837 | 5.9 mi |
| Stuarts Draft High High · Augusta County Public Schools | 09–12 | 668 | 6.5 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Waynesboro High
What grades does Waynesboro High serve?
Waynesboro High reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Waynesboro City Public Schools.
How many students attend Waynesboro High?
Waynesboro High reported 926 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 43rd percentile among 325 Virginia high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 895 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Waynesboro High?
The calculated ratio is 14.8:1, based on 926 students and 62.5 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Virginia median for the same school level is 13.8:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Waynesboro High a public, charter, or magnet school?
Waynesboro High is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Waynesboro City Public Schools attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Waynesboro High students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
94.7% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Waynesboro High in?
Waynesboro High is part of Waynesboro City Public Schools, based in Waynesboro, VA, which operates 7 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Waynesboro High?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Westwood Hills Elementary (0.7 mi), Kate Collins Middle (0.8 mi), Wayne Hills Center (0.8 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.