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Best 38485 Tennessee Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 308 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 27% (versus the Tennessee public high school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 38485, TN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Tennessee public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 38485 have a Graduation Rate of 75%, which is less than the Tennessee average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Wayne County High School, with 75-79% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Tennessee or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 7% 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 (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wayne County High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
707 S Main St
Waynesboro, TN 38485
(931) 722-3238
Gr: 9-12 | 258 students Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: n/an/a
Wayne County Technology Center
Vocational School
703 South Main St
Waynesboro, TN 38485
(931) 722-5495
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Wayne County Virtual School
419 South Main St
Waynesboro, TN 38485
(931) 722-7579
Gr: 7-12 | 50 students Minority enrollment: 10%

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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public high schools average of 42% (majority Black).

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