Best Public Schools in Fredericksburg City (2025-26)

Best Fredericksburg City Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,575 students in Fredericksburg City, VA (there are , serving 511 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in Fredericksburg City, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).

The top ranked public schools in Fredericksburg City, VA are James Monroe High School, Lafayette Elementary School and Walker-grant Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Fredericksburg City, VA public schools have an score of 45% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and score of 54% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Fredericksburg City have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.

Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Fredericksburg City (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

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Rank: #11.

James Monroe High School

(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70%)
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2300 Washington Ave
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
(540) 372-1100

Gr: 9-12 | 1,005 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 75%

Rank: #22.

Lafayette Elementary School

(Math: 50% | Reading: 53%)
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3 Learning Lane
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
(540) 310-0029

Gr: K-5 | 809 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 73%

Rank: #33.

Walker-grant Middle School

(Math: 35% | Reading: 46%)
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One Learning Lane
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
(540) 372-1145

Gr: 6-8 | 774 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 78%

Rank: n/an/a

Hugh Mercer Elementary School

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2100 Cowan Blvd
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
(540) 372-1115

Gr: K-5 | 849 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 79%

Rank: n/an/a

Walker-grant Early Childhood Center

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210 Ferdinand Street
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
(540) 372-1065

Gr: PK | 138 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 90%

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Fredericksburg City Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

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Original Walker-grant Elementary School (Closed 2023)

200 Gunnery Rd.
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
(540) 372-1127

Gr: PK | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 54%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in Fredericksburg City, VA?

The top ranked public schools in Fredericksburg City, VA include James Monroe High School, Lafayette Elementary School and Walker-grant Middle School.

How many public schools are located in Fredericksburg City?

5 public schools are located in Fredericksburg City.

What percentage of students in Fredericksburg City go to public school?

87% of all K-12 students in Fredericksburg City are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).

What is the racial composition of students in Fredericksburg City?

Fredericksburg City public schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Which public schools in Fredericksburg City are often viewed compared to one another?

Popular comparisons of public schools in Fredericksburg City include: Lafayette Elementary School vs. Hugh Mercer Elementary School, Walker-grant Middle School vs. James Monroe High School, James Monroe High School vs. Walker-grant Middle School