Mount Vernon High School is a public high school in the Fairfax County Public Schools system located in Mount Vernon, Virginia.
Serving 1,858 students in grades 9-12, Mount Vernon 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 45-49% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,858 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mount Vernon High School's student population of 1,858 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 178 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,858 students
Total Classroom Teachers
178 teachers
Year Founded
1939
Colors
Grey, Maroon
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon High School is 0.66, 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
#1484 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)59%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
8%
Hispanic
52%
20%
Black
21%
21%
White
17%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.8%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Majors
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mount Vernon High School's ranking?
Mount Vernon High School is ranked #1484 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Mount Vernon High School often compared to?
Mount Vernon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hayfield Secondary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mount Vernon High School?
The graduation rate of Mount Vernon High School is 86%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Mount Vernon High School?
1,858 students attend Mount Vernon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Mount Vernon High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mount Vernon High School?
Mount Vernon High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mount Vernon High School offer ?
Mount Vernon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mount Vernon High School part of?
Mount Vernon High School is part of Fairfax County School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Academic Programs are not the greatest. The staff has an I don't care attitude. The Principal tells students to drop out of school.
5 10/10/2025
Great place for kids. Don't believe the negativity.
2 10/10/2025
Mount Vernon High School does not really care about their students. They really don't have a good support system.
5 10/10/2025
Excellent school with amazing teachers and staff. The student population is very diverse and a wonderful variety of students from all over.
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