For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 282 students in 38485, TN.
The top ranked public high school in 38485, TN is Wayne County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 38485 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Tennessee public high school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 38485, TN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 38485 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Tennessee average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Wayne County High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Tennessee or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public high school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 38485, TN Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wayne County High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
707 S Main St
Waynesboro, TN 38485
(931) 722-3238
Waynesboro, TN 38485
(931) 722-3238
Grades: 9-12
| 258 students
Rank: n/an/a
Wayne County Technology Center
Vocational School
703 South Main St
Waynesboro, TN 38485
(931) 722-5495
Waynesboro, TN 38485
(931) 722-5495
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
419 South Main St
Waynesboro, TN 38485
(931) 722-7579
Waynesboro, TN 38485
(931) 722-7579
Grades: 7-12
| 24 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 38485, TN?
The top ranked public high schools in 38485, TN include Wayne County High School.
How many public high schools are located in 38485?
3 public high schools are located in 38485.
What is the racial composition of students in 38485?
38485 public high schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public high schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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