Williamsburg city Schools & Education
Williamsburg city, Virginia
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
57/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Midrange Signal
Graduation Rate
88.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
88.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 89.0%
Per-Pupil Spending
$8,663
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,941
School Score
57/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 54/100
State Score Position
#51
of 127 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Williamsburg city
Measured School Summary
Williamsburg city performs at an average level with a school score of 57/100 and a solid graduation rate of 88.0%.
Funding Context
Williamsburg city spends $8,663 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 5% above the Virginia average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 1.0 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 9% higher than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Williamsburg 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
3 public schools and 0 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
57/100
Mixed county signal. Ranks #51 of 127 Virginia counties with school score data.
Completion
88.0%
1.0 pts below the state average
Funding context
$8,663
$722 above the state average
School coverage
3
0 districts 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
Williamsburg city has 3 public schools across 0 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 Williamsburg 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
Williamsburg 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
#51
of 127 Virginia counties with school score data. The county score is 3 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.
No district pathway can be assembled from the current school-level records. Use state and district lookup tools before making an address-level decision.
District reality check
District-level school records are limited in this county file. Verify local assignment directly with state or district sources.
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 Williamsburg city?
Which attendance zones, transfer rules, and transportation policies apply inside the local district?
Where do students transition after the visible grade band, and is that next school inside the same district path?
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 Williamsburg 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.
Compact Suburban Schooling in Williamsburg
Williamsburg City operates three public schools that serve a total of 1,632 students in a strictly suburban setting. The local inventory includes one elementary school and two middle schools. High school students typically transition into the broader regional system as part of a joint arrangement.
Collaborative Regional School Management
Schools within the city limits are part of the Williamsburg-James City County Public Schools system. This partnership manages all 1,632 local students, and no charter schools currently operate in the city. This shared resource model allows the small city to provide amenities often found in much larger districts.
Moderate Sizes in a Suburban Locale
The city's three schools are all suburban, with an average enrollment of 544 students. Berkeley Middle is the largest campus with 652 students, while Matthew Whaley Elementary offers a slightly smaller community of 435. Attending school here feels connected and accessible, with campuses integrated into the suburban fabric.
School Overview
Total Schools
3
in Williamsburg city
Reported Enrollment
1,632
3 schools reporting
School Districts
0
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
School Level Breakdown
3 Public Schools in Williamsburg city
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 3 of 3 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BERKELEY MIDDLE | Record | Williamsburg-James City County Public Schools | Williamsburg, 23185Suburb: Small | 6–8 | Middle | 652 |
| JAMES BLAIR MIDDLE | Record | Williamsburg-James City County Public Schools | Williamsburg, 23185Suburb: Small | 6–8 | Middle | 545 |
| Matthew Whaley Elementary | Record | Williamsburg-James City County Public Schools | Williamsburg, 23185Suburb: Small | KG–5 | Primary | 435 |
BERKELEY MIDDLE
Williamsburg-James City County Public Schools
Williamsburg, 23185 / Suburb: Small
JAMES BLAIR MIDDLE
Williamsburg-James City County Public Schools
Williamsburg, 23185 / Suburb: Small
Matthew Whaley Elementary
Williamsburg-James City County Public Schools
Williamsburg, 23185 / Suburb: Small
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$8,663
State avg $7,941
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Schools in Williamsburg city, Virginia — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Williamsburg city, Virginia?
Williamsburg City operates three public schools that serve a total of 1,632 students in a strictly suburban setting. The local inventory includes one elementary school and two middle schools. High school students typically transition into the broader regional system as part of a joint arrangement.
What are the major school districts in Williamsburg city, Virginia?
Schools within the city limits are part of the Williamsburg-James City County Public Schools system. This partnership manages all 1,632 local students, and no charter schools currently operate in the city. This shared resource model allows the small city to provide amenities often found in much larger districts.
What is the school experience like in Williamsburg city?
The city's three schools are all suburban, with an average enrollment of 544 students. Berkeley Middle is the largest campus with 652 students, while Matthew Whaley Elementary offers a slightly smaller community of 435. Attending school here feels connected and accessible, with campuses integrated into the suburban fabric.
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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.