The district's population was 20,870 at the time of the 2010 United States Census.

It covers 435 square miles (1,130 km2) (roughly one-third the size of Rhode Island), making it the second largest geographical school district in the state.

[2] According to federal census data, the district's population decreased by 636 residents from 21,506 residents in 2000.

[3] In the Commonwealth, the median family income was $49,501 [4] and the United States median family income was $49,445, in 2010.

[5] The district is divided into three regions, which include the following municipalities:[6] Wayne Highlands School District offers a wide variety of clubs, activities and an extensive sports program.