Serving 2,123 students in grades 9-12, Langley High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (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 46% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,123 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 1% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Langley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Langley High School's student population of 2,123 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,123 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Langley High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Langley High School is 0.62, which is less 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
#481 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)74%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-79%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)92%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
29%
7%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
2%
22%
White
54%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Langley High School's ranking?
Langley High School is ranked #481 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Langley High School often compared to?
Langley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mclean High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Langley High School?
The graduation rate of Langley High School is 98%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Langley High School?
2,123 students attend Langley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Langley High School students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Langley High School?
Langley High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Langley High School offer ?
Langley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Langley High School part of?
Langley High School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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