Serving 2,296 students in grades 9-12, South County High School ranks in the top 50% 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 71% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to 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 65% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,296 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
South County High School's student population of 2,296 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 145 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,296 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
145 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South County 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 South County High School is 0.76, 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
#661 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
18%
7%
Hispanic
16%
18%
Black
24%
22%
White
35%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South County High School's ranking?
South County High School is ranked #661 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of South County High School?
The graduation rate of South County High School is 96%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend South County High School?
2,296 students attend South County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of South County High School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 18% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South County High School?
South County High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does South County High School offer ?
South County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South County High School part of?
South County High School is part of Fairfax Co PBLC Schs School District.
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