Greene County Schools & Education
Greene County, Virginia
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
53/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Midrange Signal
Graduation Rate
91.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
91.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 89.0%
Per-Pupil Spending
$7,364
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,941
School Score
53/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 54/100
State Score Position
#64
of 127 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Greene County
Measured School Summary
Greene County performs at an average level with a school score of 53/100 and a solid graduation rate of 91.0%.
Funding Context
At $7,364 per pupil, Greene County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 1% below the Virginia average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 2.0 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 7% lower than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Greene 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
7 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
53/100
Mixed county signal. Ranks #64 of 127 Virginia counties with school score data.
Completion
91.0%
2.0 pts above the state average
Funding context
$7,364
$577 below the state average
School coverage
7
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
Greene County has 7 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 Greene 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.
Small-system county
Greene County 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
#64
of 127 Virginia counties with school score data. The county score is roughly in line with the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 71% 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.
Greene County Public Schools
Elementary to high school visible
2,838 students
7 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
Greene County Public Schools is the largest listed district slice, with 7 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 Greene County?
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?
Which schools are missing enrollment or ratio fields, and does the district publish a newer local profile than the NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance data?
Education Overview
About Schools in Greene County, 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.
A Growing Single-District Education System
Greene County supports 2,838 students through a centralized system of seven public schools. The landscape features three elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school, complemented by two specialized facilities. This streamlined single-district structure manages the county's expanding student population efficiently.
Greene County Public Schools Leads the Way
Greene County Public Schools is the exclusive district for the region, overseeing the education of all 2,838 local students. The county does not host any charter schools, maintaining a 100% traditional public school footprint. This unified district approach ensures that all students follow a cohesive curriculum from primary through secondary years.
A Blend of Town and Rural Settings
The school landscape is a mix of five town-based schools and two rural campuses, reflecting the county's shifting geography. Schools here are moderately sized, with an average enrollment of 568 students per building. William Monroe High is the largest hub with 957 students, while Nathanael Greene Primary provides a smaller setting with 347 students.
School Overview
Total Schools
7
in Greene County
Reported Enrollment
2,838
5 schools reporting
School Districts
1
district
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
School Level Breakdown
1 School District in Greene County
Greene County Public Schools
7 Public Schools in Greene County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Dedicated profile pages are available for 1 high-enrollment school; every NCES public school remains listed here.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 7 of 7 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WILLIAM MONROE HIGH | Profile | Greene County Public Schools | Stanardsville, 22973Town: Fringe | 9–12 | High | 957 |
| WILLIAM MONROE MIDDLE | Record | Greene County Public Schools | Stanardsville, 22973Town: Fringe | 6–8 | Middle | 675 |
| Ruckersville Elementary | Record | Greene County Public Schools | Ruckersville, 22968Rural: Fringe | KG–5 | Primary | 506 |
| Nathanael Greene Elementary | Record | Greene County Public Schools | Stanardsville, 22973Town: Fringe | 3–5 | Primary | 353 |
| NATHANAEL GREENE PRIMARY | Record | Greene County Public Schools | Stanardsville, 22973Town: Fringe | PK–2 | Primary | 347 |
| ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION CENTER | Record | Greene County Public Schools | Stanardsville, 22973Town: Fringe | — | Alternative | — |
| Greene County Technical Education Center | Record | Greene County Public Schools | Standardsville, 22973Rural: Fringe | — | Vocational | — |
WILLIAM MONROE HIGH
Greene County Public Schools
Stanardsville, 22973 / Town: Fringe
WILLIAM MONROE MIDDLE
Greene County Public Schools
Stanardsville, 22973 / Town: Fringe
Ruckersville Elementary
Greene County Public Schools
Ruckersville, 22968 / Rural: Fringe
Nathanael Greene Elementary
Greene County Public Schools
Stanardsville, 22973 / Town: Fringe
NATHANAEL GREENE PRIMARY
Greene County Public Schools
Stanardsville, 22973 / Town: Fringe
ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION CENTER
Greene County Public Schools
Stanardsville, 22973 / Town: Fringe
Greene County Technical Education Center
Greene County Public Schools
Standardsville, 22973 / Rural: Fringe
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$7,364
State avg $7,941
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Schools in Greene County, Virginia — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Greene County, Virginia?
Greene County supports 2,838 students through a centralized system of seven public schools. The landscape features three elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school, complemented by two specialized facilities. This streamlined single-district structure manages the county's expanding student population efficiently.
What are the major school districts in Greene County, Virginia?
Greene County Public Schools is the exclusive district for the region, overseeing the education of all 2,838 local students. The county does not host any charter schools, maintaining a 100% traditional public school footprint. This unified district approach ensures that all students follow a cohesive curriculum from primary through secondary years.
What is the school experience like in Greene County?
The school landscape is a mix of five town-based schools and two rural campuses, reflecting the county's shifting geography. Schools here are moderately sized, with an average enrollment of 568 students per building. William Monroe High is the largest hub with 957 students, while Nathanael Greene Primary provides a smaller setting with 347 students.
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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.