Washington County Schools & Education
Washington County, Pennsylvania
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
83/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Higher Signal
Graduation Rate
94.9%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
94.9%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 90.3%
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,233
National avg $13,239
State avg $10,336
School Score
83/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 72/100
State Score Position
#16
of 67 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Washington County
Measured School Summary
Washington County has a higher measured school signal with a school score of 83/100 and a graduation rate of 94.9%, based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-score inputs.
Funding Context
Washington County spends $9,233 per student, which is on the lower end of adequate and may require careful resource allocation to maintain quality.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 15% above the Pennsylvania average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 4.6 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 11% lower than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Washington County before comparing districts
County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.
Local context that changes the interpretation
54 public schools and 17 districts are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.
Overall screen
83/100
Higher measured signal. Ranks #16 of 67 Pennsylvania counties with school score data.
Completion
94.9%
4.6 pts above the state average
Funding context
$9,233
$1,103 below the state average
School coverage
54
17 districts represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
This county screens well on the combined school metrics available here. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Washington County has 54 public schools across 17 districts, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.
Verify local rules
Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.
What Washington County school data means before you move
County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.
Large multi-district county
Washington County has many school records across many districts. County averages are only the opening screen; neighborhood-level assignment and grade-band fit matter more here.
State position
#16
of 67 Pennsylvania counties with school score data. The county score is 11 points above the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 100% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.
K-12 continuity check
These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.
Canon-McMillan SD
Elementary to high school visible
5,268 students
9 listed schools in this county slice.
Peters Township SD
Elementary to high school visible
3,930 students
5 listed schools in this county slice.
Trinity Area SD
Elementary to high school visible
3,272 students
6 listed schools in this county slice.
Ringgold SD
Elementary to high school visible
2,579 students
4 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
Canon-McMillan SD is the largest listed district slice, with 9 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.
What the data cannot tell you
NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.
Questions to ask before choosing an address
Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Washington County?
Do the neighborhoods we like fall inside the same district, or are we comparing different Washington County district systems?
What changes at the elementary-to-middle and middle-to-high transitions in the district pathway we would likely use?
Which charter, magnet, or virtual options require a lottery, application window, separate transportation plan, or address eligibility check?
Are the largest listed schools the ones our address can actually attend, or are they only county-level context?
Education Overview
About Schools in Washington County, Pennsylvania
This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.
Extensive Education for a Growing Region
Washington County boasts a massive educational network of 54 schools serving nearly 26,000 students. This includes 26 elementary schools and 16 high schools spread across 17 different districts.
Efficiency and High-Level Achievement
The county reaches an elite 94.9% graduation rate despite having the lowest per-pupil expenditure in this group at $9,233. This efficiency produces results that are nearly five points higher than the state average.
Major Districts Driving Growth
Canon-McMillan SD is the largest district, serving over 5,200 students, while Peters Township and Trinity Area also maintain high enrollments. One charter school exists in the county, though traditional public schools serve over 98% of students.
A Blend of Suburbia and Rural Life
The county is almost evenly split between suburban and rural schools, offering diverse lifestyles for families. Schools like Canon-McMillan SHS are significantly larger than the state average, housing 1,655 students in a modern suburban setting.
School Overview
Total Schools
54
in Washington County
Reported Enrollment
25,946
54 schools reporting
School Districts
17
districts
Charter Schools
1
2% of total
School Level Breakdown
17 School Districts in Washington County
Canon-McMillan SD
GuidePeters Township SD
GuideTrinity Area SD
Ringgold SD
McGuffey SD
Washington SD
Charleroi SD
Chartiers-Houston SD
Bentworth SD
Burgettstown Area SD
54 Public Schools in Washington County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Dedicated profile pages are available for 3 high-enrollment schools; every NCES public school remains listed here.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 20 of 54 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canon-McMillan SHS | Profile | Canon-McMillan SD | Canonsburg, 15317Suburb: Large | 9–12 | High | 1,655 |
| Peters Twp HS | Profile | Peters Township SD | McMurray, 15317Suburb: Large | 9–12 | High | 1,226 |
| Trinity SHS | Profile | Trinity Area SD | Washington, 15301Suburb: Large | 9–12 | High | 1,093 |
| Peters Twp MS | Record | Peters Township SD | McMurray, 15317Suburb: Large | 6–8 | Middle | 914 |
| Ringgold SHS | Record | Ringgold SD | Monongahela, 15063Rural: Fringe | 9–12 | High | 852 |
| Washington Park El Sch | Record | Washington SD | Washington, 15301Suburb: Large | KG–6 | Primary | 830 |
| Ringgold MS | Record | Ringgold SD | Monongahela, 15063Rural: Fringe | 5–8 | Middle | 787 |
| Canonsburg MS | Record | Canon-McMillan SD | Canonsburg, 15317Suburb: Large | 7–8 | Middle | 777 |
| Muse El Sch | Record | Canon-McMillan SD | Muse, 15350Rural: Fringe | KG–4 | Primary | 759 |
| Trinity MS | Record | Trinity Area SD | Washington, 15301Suburb: Large | 6–8 | Middle | 738 |
| Bower Hill El Sch | Record | Peters Township SD | Venetia, 15367Suburb: Large | KG–3 | Primary | 685 |
| Allison Park El Sch | Record | Chartiers-Houston SD | Houston, 15342Suburb: Large | KG–6 | Primary | 667 |
| McMurray El Sch | Record | Peters Township SD | McMurray, 15317Suburb: Large | 4–5 | Primary | 633 |
| Charleroi Area El Ctr | Record | Charleroi SD | Charleroi, 15022Rural: Fringe | KG–5 | Primary | 584 |
| Ringgold El Sch South | Record | Ringgold SD | Monongahela, 15063Suburb: Small | KG–4 | Primary | 580 |
| Burgettstown MS/HS | Record | Burgettstown Area SD | Burgettstown, 15021Rural: Fringe | 6–12 | High | 526 |
| Chartiers-Houston JSHS | Record | Chartiers-Houston SD | Houston, 15342Suburb: Large | 7–12 | High | 508 |
| Claysville El Sch | Record | McGuffey SD | Claysville, 15323Rural: Distant | KG–5 | Primary | 501 |
| McGuffey HS | Record | McGuffey SD | Claysville, 15323Rural: Fringe | 9–12 | High | 491 |
| California Area El Sch | Record | California Area SD | Coal Center, 15423Rural: Fringe | KG–6 | Primary | 490 |
Canon-McMillan SHS
Canon-McMillan SD
Canonsburg, 15317 / Suburb: Large
Peters Twp HS
Peters Township SD
McMurray, 15317 / Suburb: Large
Trinity SHS
Trinity Area SD
Washington, 15301 / Suburb: Large
California Area El Sch
California Area SD
Coal Center, 15423 / Rural: Fringe
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$9,233
State avg $10,336
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Schools in Washington County, Pennsylvania — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Washington County, Pennsylvania?
Washington County boasts a massive educational network of 54 schools serving nearly 26,000 students. This includes 26 elementary schools and 16 high schools spread across 17 different districts.
How do schools in Washington County perform academically?
The county reaches an elite 94.9% graduation rate despite having the lowest per-pupil expenditure in this group at $9,233. This efficiency produces results that are nearly five points higher than the state average.
What are the major school districts in Washington County, Pennsylvania?
Canon-McMillan SD is the largest district, serving over 5,200 students, while Peters Township and Trinity Area also maintain high enrollments. One charter school exists in the county, though traditional public schools serve over 98% of students.
What is the school experience like in Washington County?
The county is almost evenly split between suburban and rural schools, offering diverse lifestyles for families. Schools like Canon-McMillan SHS are significantly larger than the state average, housing 1,655 students in a modern suburban setting.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.