Washington-Liberty High School, formerly known as Washington-Lee High School, is a public high school in the Arlington Public Schools district in Arlington, Virginia, covering grades 9–12. Its attendance area serves the central third of Arlington, and it also offers the International Baccalaureate program countywide.
Serving 2,900 students in grades 9-12, Washington-liberty High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,900 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington-liberty High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Washington-liberty High School's student population of 2,900 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 167 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,900 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
167 teachers
Year Founded
1925
Colors
White, Blue
School Rankings
Washington-liberty High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington-liberty High School is 0.70, 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
#251 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)87%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)78%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
8%
Hispanic
35%
19%
Black
8%
22%
White
40%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington-liberty High School's ranking?
Washington-liberty High School is ranked #251 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Washington-liberty High School often compared to?
Washington-liberty High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Yorktown High School, Wakefield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washington-liberty High School?
The graduation rate of Washington-liberty High School is 90%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Washington-liberty High School?
2,900 students attend Washington-liberty High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Washington-liberty High School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington-liberty High School?
Washington-liberty High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Washington-liberty High School offer ?
Washington-liberty High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Washington-liberty High School part of?
Washington-liberty High School is part of Arlington County School District.
In what neighborhood is Washington-liberty High School located?
Washington-liberty High School is located in the Virginia Square neighborhood of Arlington, VA. There are 3 other public schools located in Virginia Square.
School Reviews
4 6/26/2021
This High School is the best! They have IB program unlike other Arlington County High Schools. I really enjoy my year with the help of my teachers and counselors.
4 4/6/2020
This school is fantastic and will always be superior to Yorktown, the school is supportive of all clubs and differences. This school is the goat of schools.
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