Serving 2,161 students in grades 9-12, Annandale 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 50-54% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,161 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Annandale High serves the eastern part of its school district in Annandale, VA, covering an area of approximately 8.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 3.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Annandale High School's student population of 2,161 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 151 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,161 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
151 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
School Motto
Empathy | Determination | Safety
School Rankings
Annandale High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Annandale High School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1123 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)73%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
17%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
55%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
82%
88.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
13%
5%
Showing 2013–2022. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Annandale High School's ranking?
Annandale High School is ranked #1123 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Annandale High School often compared to?
Annandale High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Falls Church High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Annandale High School?
The graduation rate of Annandale High School is 82%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend Annandale High School?
2,161 students attend Annandale High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Annandale High School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Annandale High School?
Annandale High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Annandale High School offer ?
Annandale High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Annandale High School part of?
Annandale High School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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