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 near top-performing schools in Fredericksburg command premiums. The best 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 the best school boundaries 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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How Do Fredericksburg Schools Compare?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best schools in Fredericksburg, VA?
Top 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: the best 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 near top-performing schools like James Monroe High School often command premiums above that median. For families, school quality is one of the strongest predictors of long-term home value. The right agent can help you find value pockets within the best 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.