Washington Liberty High School

1301 N Stafford St
Arlington, VA 22201
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
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Top 20%
Serving 2,549 students in grades 9-12, Washington Liberty High School ranks in the top 20% 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 70% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (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 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 2,549 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 55%
  • : 92% (Top 50% in VA)
  • : Top 20%
  • : 70% (Top 30%)
  • : 87% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Washington Liberty High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Washington Liberty High School's student population of 2,549 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 141 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,549 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
141 teachers
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School Rankings

Washington Liberty High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Liberty High School is 0.68, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (VA)
#251 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
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70%
54%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Washington Liberty High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Virginia by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
87%
69%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Washington Liberty High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Virginia by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
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American Indian
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Asian
9%
7%
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Hispanic
32%
18%
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Black
7%
22%
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White
45%
46%
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Hawaiian
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Two or more races
7%
7%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.68
This chart display the diversity score of Washington Liberty High School and the public school average diversity score of Virginia by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
92%
89%
This chart display graduation rate of Washington Liberty High School and public school graduation rate of Virginia by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
41%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Washington Liberty High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Virginia by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Washington Liberty High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Virginia by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Washington Liberty High School's ranking?
Washington Liberty High School is ranked #251 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Washington Liberty High School often compared to?
Washington Liberty High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Yorktown High School, Wakefield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washington Liberty High School?
The graduation rate of Washington Liberty High School is 92%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Washington Liberty High School?
2,549 students attend Washington Liberty High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Washington Liberty High School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Liberty High School?
Washington Liberty High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Washington Liberty High School offer ?
Washington Liberty High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington Liberty High School part of?
Washington Liberty High School is part of Arlington Co PBLC Schs School District.

School Reviews

4   6/26/2021
This High School is the best! They have IB program unlike other Arlington County High Schools. I really enjoy my year with the help of my teachers and counselors.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Jenniffer
4   4/6/2020
This school is fantastic and will always be superior to Yorktown, the school is supportive of all clubs and differences. This school is the goat of schools.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Zest

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 2,549 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 55%
  • : 92% (Top 50%)
  • : Top 20%
  • : 70% (Top 30%)
  • : 87% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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