For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 5,627 students in 20148, VA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 20148, VA are Rock Ridge High School, Independence High School and Briar Woods High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 20148 have an average math proficiency score of 81% (versus the Virginia public high school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 93% (versus the 81% statewide average). High schools in 20148, VA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Virginia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 20148 have a Graduation Rate of 97%, which is more than the Virginia average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Briar Woods High School, with 98% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Virginia public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 20148, VA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rock Ridge High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
43460 Loudoun Reserve Drive
Ashburn, VA 20148
(703) 996-2100
Ashburn, VA 20148
(703) 996-2100
Gr: PK-12 | 1,599 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Independence High School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 96%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
23115 Learning Circle
Ashburn, VA 20148
(571) 367-4200
Ashburn, VA 20148
(571) 367-4200
Gr: 9-12 | 2,166 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #33.
Briar Woods High School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
22525 Belmont Ridge Road
Ashburn, VA 20148
(703) 957-4400
Ashburn, VA 20148
(703) 957-4400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,862 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 20148, VA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 20148, VA include Rock Ridge High School, Independence High School and Briar Woods High School.
How many public high schools are located in 20148?
3 public high schools are located in 20148.
What is the racial composition of students in 20148?
20148 public high schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Virginia public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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