Oakton High School is a public high school in unincorporated Fairfax County, Virginia, in proximity to Vienna, Virginia, in the United States. It is part of Fairfax County Public Schools in Northern Virginia.
Serving 2,621 students in grades 9-12, Oakton High School ranks in the top 20% 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 80-84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (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 59% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,621 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Oakton High serves the northwest part of Vienna, VA, covering an area of approximately 15.5 square miles. Most families in the attendance zone can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.3 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum of 7.1 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakton High School 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
Oakton High School's student population of 2,621 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 193 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,621 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
193 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1967
School Calendar
School Motto
Unlocking potential as we learn and grow together.
School Rankings
Oakton High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakton High School is 0.71, 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
#273 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
32%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
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
95%
88.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.6%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Burgundy, Gold
School Mascot
Cougars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakton High School's ranking?
Oakton High School is ranked #273 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Oakton High School often compared to?
Oakton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madison High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oakton High School?
The graduation rate of Oakton High School is 95%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend Oakton High School?
2,621 students attend Oakton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Oakton High School students are White, 32% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oakton High School?
Oakton High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oakton High School offer ?
Oakton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oakton High School part of?
Oakton High School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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