For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,171 students in Waynesburg, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 75 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in Waynesburg, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in Waynesburg, PA are Waynesburg Central High School, West Greene El Center and Greene County Ctc. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Waynesburg, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in Waynesburg have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Waynesburg, PA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Waynesburg Central High School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
30 Zimmerman Dr
Waynesburg, PA 15370
(724) 852-1050
Waynesburg, PA 15370
(724) 852-1050
Grades: 9-12
| 500 students
Rank: #22.
West Greene El Center
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1350 Hargus Creek Rd
Waynesburg, PA 15370
(724) 499-5183
Waynesburg, PA 15370
(724) 499-5183
Grades: K-6
| 362 students
Rank: #33.
Greene County Ctc
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
60 Zimmerman Drive
Waynesburg, PA 15370
(724) 627-3106
Waynesburg, PA 15370
(724) 627-3106
Grades: 9-12
| 7 students
Rank: #44.
Miller Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
126 E Lincoln St
Waynesburg, PA 15370
(724) 852-2722
Waynesburg, PA 15370
(724) 852-2722
Grades: 7-8
| 229 students
Rank: #55.
Waynesburg Central El School
Magnet School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
90 Zimmerman Dr
Waynesburg, PA 15370
(724) 627-3081
Waynesburg, PA 15370
(724) 627-3081
Grades: K-6
| 765 students
Rank: #66.
West Greene Jr. Sr. High School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1352 Hargus Creek Rd
Waynesburg, PA 15370
(724) 499-5183
Waynesburg, PA 15370
(724) 499-5183
Grades: 7-12
| 308 students
Waynesburg, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1352 Hargus Creek Rd
Waynesburg, PA 15370
(724) 499-5183
Waynesburg, PA 15370
(724) 499-5183
Grades: 9-12
| 197 students
1352 Hargus Creek Rd
Waynesburg, PA 15370
(724) 499-5051
Waynesburg, PA 15370
(724) 499-5051
Grades: 7-8
| 104 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Waynesburg, PA?
The top ranked public schools in Waynesburg, PA include Waynesburg Central High School, West Greene El Center and Greene County Ctc.
How many public schools are located in Waynesburg?
6 public schools are located in Waynesburg.
What percentage of students in Waynesburg go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in Waynesburg are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Waynesburg?
Waynesburg public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public schools in Waynesburg are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Waynesburg include: West Greene El Center vs. Waynesburg Central El School, Waynesburg Central El School vs. West Greene El Center
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