Westfield High School is a public high school in unincorporated Fairfax County, Virginia, United States, west of the Chantilly CDP. It is a part of Fairfax County Public Schools, serving students from the communities including Chantilly and Centreville as well as areas with Herndon addresses in grades 9–12.
Serving 2,746 students in grades 9-12, Westfield 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% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). 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 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,746 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westfield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Westfield High School's student population of 2,746 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 202 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,746 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
202 teachers
Year Founded
2000
Colors
White, Black, Gold
School Rankings
Westfield High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westfield 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
#1023 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)73%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
24%
8%
Hispanic
27%
19%
Black
12%
22%
White
31%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westfield High School's ranking?
Westfield High School is ranked #1023 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Westfield High School often compared to?
Westfield High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chantilly High School, Centreville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% 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 Westfield High School?
The graduation rate of Westfield High School is 93%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Westfield High School?
2,746 students attend Westfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Westfield High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westfield High School?
Westfield High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westfield High School offer ?
Westfield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Westfield High School part of?
Westfield High School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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