For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 243 students in Waterford, VA.
The top-ranked public school in Waterford, VA is Waterford Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Waterford, VA public school have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 87% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Waterford have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Waterford, VA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waterford Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
15513 Loyalty Rd
Waterford, VA 20197
(540) 751-2460
Waterford, VA 20197
(540) 751-2460
Gr: PK-5 | 243 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Waterford, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in Waterford, VA include Waterford Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Waterford?
1 public schools are located in Waterford.
What is the racial composition of students in Waterford?
Waterford public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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