Waynesboro High vs Wilson Memorial High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Virginia, United States, 9.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Waynesboro High
Waynesboro · Public high · Grades 9–12
926 students
Wilson Memorial High
Fishersville · Public high · Grades 9–12
837 students
| Measure | Waynesboro High Waynesboro, Virginia | Wilson Memorial High Fishersville, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #273 of 317 | #115 of 317 |
| National rank | #5109 of 16,910 | #1990 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 926 | 837 |
| Enrollment | 926 | 837 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.7% | 55.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 75% | 90% |
| city | Waynesboro | Fishersville |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wilson Memorial High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.8 vs 62.8).
- •Wilson Memorial High does better on math proficiency (90% vs 75%).
- •Wilson Memorial High does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 82%).
- •Wilson Memorial High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55.1% vs 94.7%).
- •Wilson Memorial High does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 14.9).
- •Waynesboro High is the larger school with 926 students compared with 837.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Waynesboro High better than Wilson Memorial High?
On the Success Index (US), Wilson Memorial High ranks higher (75.8 vs 62.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Waynesboro High and Wilson Memorial High?
About 9.5 km in a straight line, between Waynesboro and Fishersville in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Waynesboro High: 926. Wilson Memorial High: 837. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Waynesboro High and Wilson Memorial High rank in Virginia?
Waynesboro High is 273rd of 317 and Wilson Memorial High is 115th of 317 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).