Serving 4,411 students in grades 7-12, Lake Braddock Secondary ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 4,411 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake Braddock Secondary serves the southern part of Burke, VA, covering an area of approximately 17.4 square miles. Families living within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 7.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Braddock Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lake Braddock Secondary's student population of 4,411 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 198 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
4,411 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
198 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1973
School Rankings
Lake Braddock Secondary ranks within the top 10% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Braddock Secondary is 0.74, which is more 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
#89 out of 1773 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)89%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
20%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
22%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
10%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
41%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Graduation Rate
97%
88.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.9%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Mascot
Bruin
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Braddock Secondary's ranking?
Lake Braddock Secondary is ranked #89 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Lake Braddock Secondary often compared to?
Lake Braddock Secondaryis often viewed alongside schools like Robinson Secondary, West Springfield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lake Braddock Secondary?
The graduation rate of Lake Braddock Secondary is 97%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend Lake Braddock Secondary?
4,411 students attend Lake Braddock Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Lake Braddock Secondary students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Braddock Secondary?
Lake Braddock Secondary has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lake Braddock Secondary offer ?
Lake Braddock Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lake Braddock Secondary part of?
Lake Braddock Secondary is part of Fairfax County School District.
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