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Falls Church High

High School · Fairfax County Public Schools

7521 Jaguar Trail, Falls Church, VA 22042

Enrollment

2,154

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

5.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#1,178 of 1,851

In Falls Church

#13 of 26

public schools

In district

#135 of 199

Fairfax County Public Schools

Equity

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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5.6/10

High School in Falls Church · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Falls Church High

Falls Church High is a public high school in Falls Church, VA, part of Fairfax County Public Schools. Falls Church High serves approximately 2,154 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Falls Church High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,178 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for Falls Church High show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • VA avg 6.9

What Parents Should Know

Falls Church High is a large school: 2,154 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.43 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency73% (2025 SOL)
Reading/ELA Proficiency81% (2025 SOL)
Math vs. State Avg-2.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+5.3 pts
Overall Proficiency77% (2025 SOL, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)74% (model expectation from 2025 SOL)
vs. Expected+3.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile57th
College Readiness5.3Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate82%
AP Participation20.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,975
Chronic Absenteeism23.1%

Falls Church High — Students at Falls Church High score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 74%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

60.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 73.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
75.4% (2025 SOL)
ELA Proficiency 80.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
75.7% (2025 SOL)

Based on 27 test records from VA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
93%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
90%
ELA
94%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
70%
ELA
89%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
86%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
88%
2015
Math
76%
ELA
91%
2016
Math
75%
ELA
88%
2017
ELA
92%
2018
Math
80%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
80%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2025
Math
73%
ELA
81%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.1/10.

How Falls Church High Compares

See how Falls Church High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
36th percentile in VA
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
6.2/10
Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.9
Sports
18
8 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
61%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
139 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
20.8% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics18sports offered
8 boys'·10 girls'·35 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

7521 Jaguar Trail, Falls Church, VA 22042

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Falls Church High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Stenwood Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Vienna), which scores notably higher. Another option is PINECREST SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Annandale), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Oak Street Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Falls Church, see our Falls Church schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Pine Spring Elementary Falls Church 0.6 mi 4.6
Graham Road Elementary Falls Church 0.7 mi 3.2
Woodburn Elementary Falls Church 0.8 mi 3.2
TRINITY SCHOOL AT MEADOW VIEW Falls Church 0.9 mi 5.8
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF HOLMES RUN CHILDRENS HOUSE Falls Church 0.9 mi
Timber Lane Elementary Falls Church 1.3 mi 4.7
Mason Crest Elementary Annandale 1.4 mi 5.0
WESTMINSTER SCHOOL, INC. Annandale 1.5 mi 7.4
Westlawn Elementary Falls Church 1.2 mi 3.2
Camelot Elementary Annandale 1.4 mi 5.8
Jackson Middle Falls Church 1.3 mi 5.1
GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Falls Church 1.4 mi 5.8
Shrevewood Elementary Falls Church 1.9 mi 5.8
PINECREST SCHOOL Annandale 2.0 mi 8.2
Oak Street Elementary Falls Church 1.9 mi 7.8
Stenwood Elementary Vienna 2.0 mi 8.9
HOLLY BROOK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Dunn Loring 2.2 mi
Annandale Terrace Elementary Annandale 2.4 mi 4.5
ACTON ACADEMY FALLS CHURCH Falls Church 2.3 mi
THE VILLAGE SCHOOL: AN ACTON ACADEMY Annandale 2.3 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 22042 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$135,578

Median Home Value

$666,700

Median Rent

$2,178/mo

Population

34,631

College Educated

54.7%

Homeownership

65.4%

Avg Commute

28.9 min

Poverty Rate

8.3%

Median Age

37.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Falls Church High

What grades does Falls Church High serve?

Falls Church High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Falls Church High?

Falls Church High has an enrollment of approximately 2,154 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Falls Church High?

The student-teacher ratio at Falls Church High is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Falls Church High rank in VA?

Falls Church High ranks #1,178 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is Falls Church High's MySchoolScout rating?

Falls Church High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Falls Church High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Falls Church High has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Falls Church High a charter school?

No, Falls Church High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Falls Church High a Title I school?

No, Falls Church High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Falls Church High?

60.8% of students at Falls Church High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
47 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
38 Some Transit
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,154
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
139
Free/Reduced Lunch
60.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Fairfax County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.1%
4-Year Graduation
82.0%

District

Fairfax County Public Schools
District Enrollment
180,714
Schools in District
223
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,975
District Rank
#135 of 199

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