Serving 2,106 students in grades 9-12, South County 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 60-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,106 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: SOUTH COUNTY HIGH serves the southern part of Lorton, VA, covering an area of approximately 31.9 square miles. Most students typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 8.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
South County High School's student population of 2,106 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 129 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,106 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
129 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
South County 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 South County High School is 0.76, 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
#1054 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
18%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
23%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
37%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
88.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Mascot
Stallions
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South County High School's ranking?
South County High School is ranked #1054 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are South County High School often compared to?
South County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Braddock Secondary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of South County High School?
The graduation rate of South County High School is 96%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend South County High School?
2,106 students attend South County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of South County High School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 18% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South County High School?
South County High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does South County High School offer ?
South County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South County High School part of?
South County High School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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