Serving 2,357 students in grades 9-12, Justice 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 69% (which is equal to the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% 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: 2,357 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 77% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Stuart High serves the eastern part of Falls Church, VA, covering an area of approximately 8.4 square miles. Most students live within a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes from the school, with an average distance of 1.8 miles to the nearest zone edge and a maximum distance of 2.4 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Justice High School's student population of 2,357 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 153 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,357 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
153 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1959
School Rankings
Justice 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 Justice High School is 0.60, 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
#1240 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)69%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)51%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
10%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
59%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
10%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
19%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Graduation Rate
77%
88.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.3%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
12%
5%
Showing 2013–2022. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Red, Navy Blue
School Mascot
Wolves
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Justice High School's ranking?
Justice High School is ranked #1240 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
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 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Justice High School?
The graduation rate of Justice High School is 77%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend Justice High School?
2,357 students attend Justice High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Justice High School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Justice High School?
Justice High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Justice High School offer ?
Justice High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Justice High School part of?
Justice High School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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