Serving 2,766 students in grades 9-12, Wakefield High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% 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: 2,766 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wakefield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Wakefield High School's student population of 2,766 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 172 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,766 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
172 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wakefield 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 Wakefield High School is 0.70, 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
#814 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)66%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
45%
19%
Black
18%
22%
White
26%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
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 Wakefield High School's ranking?
Wakefield High School is ranked #814 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Wakefield High School often compared to?
Wakefield High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington-liberty High School, Yorktown High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wakefield High School?
The graduation rate of Wakefield High School is 86%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Wakefield High School?
2,766 students attend Wakefield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Wakefield High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wakefield High School?
Wakefield High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wakefield High School offer ?
Wakefield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wakefield High School part of?
Wakefield High School is part of Arlington County School District.
In what neighborhood is Wakefield High School located?
Wakefield High School is located in the Claremont neighborhood of Arlington, VA. There are 1 other public schools located in Claremont.
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