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#67 of 1,851 schools in VA

Top 4% in state

Mclean High

High School · Fairfax County Public Schools

1633 Davidson Rd, Mclean, VA 22101

Enrollment

2,444

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

9.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#67 of 1,851

In Mclean

#2 of 8

public schools

In district

#7 of 199

Fairfax County Public Schools

Academic performance

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Mclean High

9.0/10

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

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About Mclean High

Mclean High is a public high school in Mclean, VA, part of Fairfax County Public Schools. Mclean High serves approximately 2,444 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Mclean High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #67 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for Mclean High show 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 94% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

What's said publicly about Mclean High

Sources: Wikipedia

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.

McLean High School is a public high school located in McLean, Virginia, operating within the Fairfax County Public Schools district 1 . In 2024, U.S. News & World Report ranked the school as the 218th-best public high school in the United States 1 . Additionally, the report placed McLean High School as the fifth-best public high school in the state of Virginia 1 .
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How it compares2.1 pts above district
  • This school 9.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.9
  • VA avg 6.9

What Parents Should Know

Mclean High is a large school: 2,444 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 Progress8.5Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.29 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.3Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency93% (2025 SOL)
Reading/ELA Proficiency96% (2025 SOL)
Math vs. State Avg+17.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+20.3 pts
Overall Proficiency95% (2025 SOL, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)87% (model expectation from 2025 SOL)
vs. Expected+7.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
College Readiness9.1Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate98%
AP Participation47.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,975
Chronic Absenteeism13.2%

Mclean High — Students at Mclean High score 94% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 87%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

12.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 90.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
75.4% (2025 SOL)
ELA Proficiency 94.1% (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
96%
ELA
97%
2010
Math
96%
ELA
97%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
98%
2012
Math
86%
ELA
97%
2013
Math
88%
ELA
97%
2014
Math
91%
ELA
96%
2015
Math
90%
ELA
98%
2016
Math
93%
ELA
98%
2017
ELA
98%
2018
Math
95%
ELA
96%
2019
Math
95%
ELA
96%
2020*
Math
81%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
81%
ELA
77%
2025
Math
93%
ELA
96%

* 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: 8.5/10.

How Mclean High Compares

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

Overall Score
9.0/10
96th percentile in VA
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.9
Sports
21
10 boys' · 11 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
13%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
178 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.2%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
47.5% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics21sports offered
10 boys'·11 girls'·37 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

1633 Davidson Rd, Mclean, VA 22101

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mclean High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Meridian High (rated 8.9/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Falls Church), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Marshall High (rated 7.7/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Falls Church), a more accessible option. For more schools in Mclean, see our Mclean schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Kent Gardens Elementary Mclean 0.6 mi 9.1
THE LANGLEY SCHOOL Mclean 0.9 mi 7.3
Sherman Elementary Mclean 1.0 mi 8.3
Longfellow Middle Falls Church 1.1 mi 8.6
Westgate Elementary Falls Church 1.0 mi 5.0
Pimmit Early Childhood Resource Center Falls Church 1.1 mi 5.3
Lemon Road Elementary Falls Church 1.4 mi 8.0
Haycock Elementary Falls Church 1.5 mi 9.1
Churchill Road Elementary Mclean 1.6 mi 8.8
ST JOHN THE BELOVED ACADEMY Mclean 1.3 mi 7.7
BROOKSFIELD SCHOOL Mclean 1.4 mi
Meridian High Falls Church 1.8 mi 8.9
Mount Daniel Elementary Falls Church 1.8 mi 5.7
OAK HILL MONTESSORI LLC Falls Church 1.6 mi
Mary Ellen Henderson Middle Falls Church 1.8 mi 8.4
ST LUKE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mclean 2.0 mi 6.2
Cooper Middle Mclean 2.0 mi 8.7
Chesterbrook Elementary Mclean 1.7 mi 8.4
FIRST STEPS ACADEMY Mclean 1.7 mi
Marshall High Falls Church 1.8 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 22101 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$250,001

Median Home Value

$1,282,800

Median Rent

$3,407/mo

Population

31,306

College Educated

85.9%

Homeownership

84.4%

Avg Commute

26.5 min

Poverty Rate

3.3%

Median Age

46.5

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Thomas Jefferson High for Science and Technology Alexandria, VA 9.1
Briar Woods High Ashburn, VA 8.8
John Champe High Aldie, VA 9.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mclean High

What grades does Mclean High serve?

Mclean High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Mclean High?

Mclean High has an enrollment of approximately 2,444 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mclean High?

The student-teacher ratio at Mclean High is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mclean High rank in VA?

Mclean High ranks #67 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is Mclean High's MySchoolScout rating?

Mclean High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 Mclean High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mclean High has 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 94% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Mclean High a charter school?

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

Is Mclean High a Title I school?

No, Mclean High is not currently a Title I school.

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

12.6% of students at Mclean 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
23 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,444
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
178
Free/Reduced Lunch
12.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Fairfax County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.2%
4-Year Graduation
98.0%

District

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

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