For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,646 students in Moneta, VA (there are 1 private school, serving 496 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in Moneta, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Moneta, VA are Moneta Elementary School, Staunton River Middle School and Staunton River High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Moneta, VA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Moneta have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Moneta, VA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Moneta Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
12718 Moneta Rd
Moneta, VA 24121
(540) 297-4411
Moneta, VA 24121
(540) 297-4411
Gr: PK-5 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Staunton River Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1293 Golden Eagle Drive
Moneta, VA 24121
(540) 297-4152
Moneta, VA 24121
(540) 297-4152
Gr: 6-8 | 612 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
Staunton River High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1095 Golden Eagle Dr
Moneta, VA 24121
(540) 297-7151
Moneta, VA 24121
(540) 297-7151
Gr: 9-12 | 816 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Moneta, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in Moneta, VA include Moneta Elementary School, Staunton River Middle School and Staunton River High School.
How many public schools are located in Moneta?
3 public schools are located in Moneta.
What percentage of students in Moneta go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in Moneta are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Moneta?
Moneta public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public schools in Moneta are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Moneta include: Staunton River Middle School vs. Staunton River High School
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