Top Schools in Fredericksburg
Highest-performing schools based on SOL pass rates and academic outcomes (2024)
James Monroe High School
Top-performing school
Walker-Grant Middle School
Top school in Fredericksburg
What This Means for Home Buyers
Homes in Fredericksburg school zones often command premiums. Experienced agents in Fredericksburg know which streets feed into which school zones, and that knowledge can save you tens of thousands of dollars. The median home price in Fredericksburg is $477K. Homes within established school zones often sell above that median.
Fredericksburg's "Strong" school rating makes it a solid choice for families. You will find good schools without the extreme competition of some neighboring areas. The right agent can help you identify the best pockets within Fredericksburg.
Homes near James Monroe High School and Walker-Grant Middle School average just 29 days on market. If schools are a priority for your family, start your search in those zones.
Commute from Fredericksburg
Fredericksburg parents: 65-min drive to downtown, VRE (Fredericksburg line).
65 min drive
Rush-hour drive to downtown
Major Highways
I-95, Rt 1, Rt 3
Commuter Rail
VRE (Fredericksburg line)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which public schools serve Fredericksburg, VA?
Public schools in Fredericksburg include James Monroe High School, Walker-Grant Middle School. Fredericksburg schools have a 73% average SOL pass rate, earning a "Strong" quality rating from smover.
How do Fredericksburg schools compare to Stafford?
Fredericksburg schools have a 73% SOL pass rate with a "Strong" quality tier. Compare school quality, home prices, and commute times across neighboring cities on smover's comparison pages. School zone boundaries matter: experienced agents in Fredericksburg know which streets feed into which schools.
Are Fredericksburg schools worth the higher home prices?
Fredericksburg has a median home price of $477K. Homes in school zones served by James Monroe High School often command premiums above that median. For families, school zone is one of the factors that influences long-term home value. The right agent can help you find value pockets across Fredericksburg school zones.
What school district is Fredericksburg, VA in?
Fredericksburg is served by Fredericksburg Public Schools (or the surrounding county system). Top schools include James Monroe High School and Walker-Grant Middle School. smover verifies agents in Fredericksburg by real sales data, so you can find someone who specializes in the school zones that matter to your family.
School data from Virginia DOE, Maryland MSDE, and DC OSSE public reports (2024). Enrichment data from the Urban Institute Education Data Portal. Updated annually.