Westmoreland County Schools & Education
Westmoreland County, Virginia
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
84/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Higher Signal
Graduation Rate
96.5%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
96.5%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 89.0%
Per-Pupil Spending
$8,630
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,941
School Score
84/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 54/100
State Score Position
#7
of 127 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Westmoreland County
Measured School Summary
Westmoreland County has a higher measured school signal with a school score of 84/100 and a graduation rate of 96.5%, based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-score inputs.
Funding Context
Westmoreland County spends $8,630 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 55% above the Virginia average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 7.5 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 9% higher than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Westmoreland 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
6 public schools and 2 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
84/100
Higher measured signal. Ranks #7 of 127 Virginia counties with school score data.
Completion
96.5%
7.5 pts above the state average
Funding context
$8,630
$689 above the state average
School coverage
6
2 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
Westmoreland County has 6 public schools across 2 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 Westmoreland 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
Westmoreland 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
#7
of 127 Virginia counties with school score data. The county score is 30 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.
Westmoreland County Public Schools
Elementary to high school visible
1,561 students
4 listed schools in this county slice.
Colonial Beach Public Schools
Elementary and high visible
574 students
2 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
Westmoreland County Public Schools is the largest listed district slice, with 4 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 Westmoreland County?
Do the neighborhoods we like fall inside the same district, or are we comparing different Westmoreland County district systems?
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 Westmoreland 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 Rural Network Focused on Growth
Westmoreland County supports 2,135 students across six public schools, ranging from primary to high school levels. The county's education landscape is divided between two distinct school districts. The infrastructure includes three elementary schools, one middle school, and two high schools to serve this coastal community.
Two Districts Serving Coastal Students
Westmoreland County Public Schools is the larger provider with 1,561 students, while Colonial Beach Public Schools serves 574 students. No charter schools operate in the county, maintaining a focus on traditional public education. These two districts provide localized governance for the county's varied residential areas.
Small Schools with a Rural Heart
The county features a mix of four rural and two town-based schools, where the average enrollment is just 356 students. Westmoreland High is the largest campus with 486 students, while Montross Middle provides a smaller community feel for 309 students. Families here enjoy the benefits of smaller class sizes and close-knit school environments.
School Overview
Total Schools
6
in Westmoreland County
Reported Enrollment
2,135
6 schools reporting
School Districts
2
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
School Level Breakdown
2 School Districts in Westmoreland County
Westmoreland County Public Schools
Colonial Beach Public Schools
6 Public Schools in Westmoreland County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Every NCES public school remains listed here; no school-level profile pages are included in the current generated coverage for this county.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 6 of 6 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westmoreland High | Record | Westmoreland County Public Schools | Montross, 22520Rural: Distant | 9–12 | High | 486 |
| Washington District Elementary | Record | Westmoreland County Public Schools | Colonial Beach, 22443Rural: Distant | PK–5 | Primary | 385 |
| Cople Elementary | Record | Westmoreland County Public Schools | Hague, 22469Rural: Distant | PK–5 | Primary | 381 |
| Colonial Beach Elementary | Record | Colonial Beach Public Schools | Colonial Beach, 22443Town: Distant | PK–7 | Primary | 360 |
| MONTROSS MIDDLE | Record | Westmoreland County Public Schools | Montross, 22520Rural: Distant | 6–8 | Middle | 309 |
| COLONIAL BEACH HIGH | Record | Colonial Beach Public Schools | Colonial Beach, 22443Town: Distant | 8–12 | High | 214 |
Westmoreland High
Westmoreland County Public Schools
Montross, 22520 / Rural: Distant
Washington District Elementary
Westmoreland County Public Schools
Colonial Beach, 22443 / Rural: Distant
Cople Elementary
Westmoreland County Public Schools
Hague, 22469 / Rural: Distant
Colonial Beach Elementary
Colonial Beach Public Schools
Colonial Beach, 22443 / Town: Distant
MONTROSS MIDDLE
Westmoreland County Public Schools
Montross, 22520 / Rural: Distant
COLONIAL BEACH HIGH
Colonial Beach Public Schools
Colonial Beach, 22443 / Town: Distant
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$8,630
State avg $7,941
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Schools in Westmoreland County, Virginia — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Westmoreland County, Virginia?
Westmoreland County supports 2,135 students across six public schools, ranging from primary to high school levels. The county's education landscape is divided between two distinct school districts. The infrastructure includes three elementary schools, one middle school, and two high schools to serve this coastal community.
What are the major school districts in Westmoreland County, Virginia?
Westmoreland County Public Schools is the larger provider with 1,561 students, while Colonial Beach Public Schools serves 574 students. No charter schools operate in the county, maintaining a focus on traditional public education. These two districts provide localized governance for the county's varied residential areas.
What is the school experience like in Westmoreland County?
The county features a mix of four rural and two town-based schools, where the average enrollment is just 356 students. Westmoreland High is the largest campus with 486 students, while Montross Middle provides a smaller community feel for 309 students. Families here enjoy the benefits of smaller class sizes and close-knit school environments.
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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.