Serving 2,371 students in grades 9-12, Fairfax High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,371 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairfax High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Fairfax High School's student population of 2,371 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 129 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,371 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
129 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fairfax High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairfax High School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#804 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)47%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)78%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)68%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
23%
7%
Hispanic
27%
19%
Black
9%
22%
White
35%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairfax High School's ranking?
Fairfax High School is ranked #804 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Fairfax High School often compared to?
Fairfax High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairfax High School Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fairfax High School?
The graduation rate of Fairfax High School is 91%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Fairfax High School?
2,371 students attend Fairfax High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Fairfax High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fairfax High School?
Fairfax High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fairfax High School offer ?
Fairfax High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Fairfax High School part of?
Fairfax High School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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