Fredericksburg city Schools & Education
Fredericksburg city, Virginia
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
42/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Midrange Signal
Graduation Rate
77.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
77.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 89.0%
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,009
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,941
School Score
42/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 54/100
State Score Position
#94
of 127 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Fredericksburg city
Measured School Summary
Fredericksburg city has midrange measured school signals (score: 42/100) with a graduation rate of 77.0%, which warrants review in official state and district records.
Funding Context
Fredericksburg city spends $9,009 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 21% below the Virginia average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 12.0 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 13% higher than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Fredericksburg city 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
5 public schools and 1 district 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
42/100
Mixed county signal. Ranks #94 of 127 Virginia counties with school score data.
Completion
77.0%
12.0 pts below the state average
Funding context
$9,009
$1,068 above the state average
School coverage
5
1 district represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
This county needs a closer look at district mix, school level, and local context. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Fredericksburg city has 5 public schools across 1 district, 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 Fredericksburg city 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.
Small-system county
Fredericksburg city has a compact public-school footprint. A single school change, boundary rule, or district update can move the lived experience more than the county score suggests.
State position
#94
of 127 Virginia counties with school score data. The county score is 12 points below 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.
Fredericksburg City Public Schools
Elementary to high school visible
3,762 students
5 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
Fredericksburg City Public Schools is the largest listed district slice, with 5 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 Fredericksburg city?
Which attendance zones, transfer rules, and transportation policies apply inside the local district?
What changes at the elementary-to-middle and middle-to-high transitions in the district pathway we would likely use?
If we need a program not visible in the NCES flags, which district office can confirm current offerings?
Are the largest listed schools the ones our address can actually attend, or are they only county-level context?
Education Overview
About Schools in Fredericksburg city, Virginia
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.
Suburban Education for the Fredericksburg Community
Fredericksburg City operates five public schools serving 3,762 students through a single city-wide district. The system includes two elementary schools, one middle school, and James Monroe High.
High Investment Levels Support Local Classrooms
The city invests $9,009 per pupil, which is notably higher than the state average of $7,941. While the 77.0% graduation rate trails the state average of 89.0%, the city remains committed to funding its suburban school system.
Focused Management Within Fredericksburg City Public Schools
Fredericksburg City Public Schools is the sole provider for the area's 3,762 students, and there are currently no charter schools in operation. The district focuses its resources on a consistent, suburban-style education delivery.
Suburban Campus Atmosphere Across the District
Every school in the district is located in a suburban setting, maintaining an average size of 752 students per campus. James Monroe High is the largest with 1,002 students, while the Walker-Grant Early Childhood Center is the smallest with 139.
School Overview
Total Schools
5
in Fredericksburg city
Reported Enrollment
3,762
5 schools reporting
School Districts
1
district
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
School Level Breakdown
1 School District in Fredericksburg city
5 Public Schools in Fredericksburg city
Sorted by reported enrollment. Dedicated profile pages are available for 2 high-enrollment schools; every NCES public school remains listed here.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 5 of 5 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JAMES MONROE HIGH | Profile | Fredericksburg City Public Schools | Fredericksburg, 22401Suburb: Midsize | 9–12 | High | 1,002 |
| Hugh Mercer Elementary | Profile | Fredericksburg City Public Schools | Fredericksburg, 22401Suburb: Midsize | PK–5 | Primary | 959 |
| Lafayette Elementary | Record | Fredericksburg City Public Schools | Fredericksburg, 22401Suburb: Midsize | PK–5 | Primary | 912 |
| WALKER-GRANT MIDDLE | Record | Fredericksburg City Public Schools | Fredericksburg, 22401Suburb: Midsize | 6–8 | Middle | 750 |
| Walker-Grant Early Childhood Center | Record | Fredericksburg City Public Schools | Fredericksburg, 22401Suburb: Midsize | PK | Other | 139 |
JAMES MONROE HIGH
Fredericksburg City Public Schools
Fredericksburg, 22401 / Suburb: Midsize
Hugh Mercer Elementary
Fredericksburg City Public Schools
Fredericksburg, 22401 / Suburb: Midsize
Lafayette Elementary
Fredericksburg City Public Schools
Fredericksburg, 22401 / Suburb: Midsize
WALKER-GRANT MIDDLE
Fredericksburg City Public Schools
Fredericksburg, 22401 / Suburb: Midsize
Walker-Grant Early Childhood Center
Fredericksburg City Public Schools
Fredericksburg, 22401 / Suburb: Midsize
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$9,009
State avg $7,941
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Schools in Fredericksburg city, Virginia — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Fredericksburg city, Virginia?
Fredericksburg City operates five public schools serving 3,762 students through a single city-wide district. The system includes two elementary schools, one middle school, and James Monroe High.
How do schools in Fredericksburg city perform academically?
The city invests $9,009 per pupil, which is notably higher than the state average of $7,941. While the 77.0% graduation rate trails the state average of 89.0%, the city remains committed to funding its suburban school system.
What are the major school districts in Fredericksburg city, Virginia?
Fredericksburg City Public Schools is the sole provider for the area's 3,762 students, and there are currently no charter schools in operation. The district focuses its resources on a consistent, suburban-style education delivery.
What is the school experience like in Fredericksburg city?
Every school in the district is located in a suburban setting, maintaining an average size of 752 students per campus. James Monroe High is the largest with 1,002 students, while the Walker-Grant Early Childhood Center is the smallest with 139.
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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.