Serving 2,530 students in grades 9-12, South Lakes High School ranks in the bottom 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 51% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), 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: 2,530 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Lakes High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
South Lakes High School's student population of 2,530 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 167 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,530 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
167 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Lakes High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Lakes High School is 0.73, 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
#1112 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)51%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)74%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
7%
Hispanic
27%
19%
Black
12%
22%
White
42%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Lakes High School's ranking?
South Lakes High School is ranked #1112 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are South Lakes High School often compared to?
South Lakes High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Herndon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Lakes High School?
The graduation rate of South Lakes High School is 93%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend South Lakes High School?
2,530 students attend South Lakes High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of South Lakes High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Lakes High School?
South Lakes High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Lakes High School offer ?
South Lakes High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Lakes High School part of?
South Lakes High School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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