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#69 of 1,851 schools in VA

Top 4% in state

Oakton High

High School · Fairfax County Public Schools

2900 Sutton Rd, Vienna, VA 22181

Enrollment

2,620

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

9.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#69 of 1,851

In Vienna

#2 of 15

public schools

In district

#9 of 199

Fairfax County Public Schools

Academic performance

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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About Oakton High

Oakton High is a public high school in Vienna, VA, part of Fairfax County Public Schools. Oakton High serves approximately 2,620 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Oakton High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #69 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for Oakton High show 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 94% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

What's said publicly about Oakton High

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Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.

Oakton High School is a public high school located in unincorporated Fairfax County, Virginia, near Vienna, Virginia 1 . It operates as part of the Fairfax County Public Schools district in Northern Virginia 1 . According to data from the National Center for Education Statistics for the 2023–24 school year, the school had an enrollment of 2,620 students 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

Oakton High is a large school: 2,620 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 Progress8.3Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.34 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.4Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency95% (2025 SOL)
Reading/ELA Proficiency95% (2025 SOL)
Math vs. State Avg+19.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+19.3 pts
Overall Proficiency95% (2025 SOL, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)86% (model expectation from 2025 SOL)
vs. Expected+9.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile91th
College Readiness9.3Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate97%
AP Participation54.7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,975
Chronic Absenteeism20.6%

Oakton High — Students at Oakton High score 95% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 86%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

15.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 88.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
75.4% (2025 SOL)
ELA Proficiency 94.0% (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
97%
ELA
98%
2010
Math
97%
ELA
98%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
99.5%
2012
Math
83%
ELA
97%
2013
Math
88%
ELA
96%
2014
Math
90%
ELA
95%
2015
Math
90%
ELA
97%
2016
Math
88%
ELA
96%
2017
ELA
95%
2018
Math
92%
ELA
93%
2019
Math
92%
ELA
93%
2020*
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2021*
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2025
Math
95%
ELA
95%

* 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: 8.3/10.

How Oakton High Compares

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

Overall Score
9.0/10
96th percentile in VA
Academic
9.4/10
Excellent
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.9
Sports
21
9 boys' · 12 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
16%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
201 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
54.7% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics21sports offered
9 boys'·12 girls'·38 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

2900 Sutton Rd, Vienna, VA 22181

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oakton High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Madison High (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is THE NEW SCHOOL OF NORTHERN VIRGINIA (rated 7.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Fairfax), a more accessible option. Additionally, Fairfax High (rated 6.7/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Fairfax), a more accessible option. For more schools in Vienna, see our Vienna schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
APPLETREE SCHOOL Fairfax 0.4 mi 6.0
Mosaic Elementary Fairfax 0.5 mi 8.6
APPLETREE II SCHOOL Vienna 1.0 mi
Marshall Road Elementary Vienna 0.9 mi 5.1
Fairfax High Fairfax 1.2 mi 6.7
Flint Hill Elementary Vienna 1.3 mi 8.6
Madison High Vienna 1.3 mi 8.6
IDEAVENTIONS ACADEMY FOR MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE Oakton 1.1 mi 6.9
Oakton Elementary Oakton 1.1 mi 8.3
GREEN HEDGES SCHOOL Vienna 1.4 mi 8.4
Archer Elementary Vienna 1.5 mi 8.5
THE NEW SCHOOL OF NORTHERN VIRGINIA Fairfax 1.4 mi 7.3
VIENNA ADVENTIST ACADEMY Vienna 1.5 mi 7.1
MERRITT ACADEMY Fairfax 1.4 mi 7.1
HUNTER MILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Oakton 1.5 mi
ST LEO THE GREAT SCHOOL Fairfax 1.8 mi 6.3
Daniels Run Elementary Fairfax 1.9 mi 5.4
ST MARK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Vienna 1.9 mi 5.9
Vienna Elementary Vienna 1.9 mi 8.3
PALM TREE SCHOOL Fairfax 1.7 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 22181 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$212,156

Median Home Value

$928,400

Median Rent

$2,756/mo

Population

15,529

College Educated

80.9%

Homeownership

82.8%

Avg Commute

29.1 min

Poverty Rate

3%

Median Age

42.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oakton High

What grades does Oakton High serve?

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

How many students attend Oakton High?

Oakton High has an enrollment of approximately 2,620 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Oakton High?

The student-teacher ratio at Oakton High is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Oakton High rank in VA?

Oakton High ranks #69 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is Oakton High's MySchoolScout rating?

Oakton 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 Oakton High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Oakton High has 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 94% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Oakton High a charter school?

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

Is Oakton High a Title I school?

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

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

15.7% of students at Oakton 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
25 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
54 Good Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,620
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
201
Free/Reduced Lunch
15.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Fairfax County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.6%
4-Year Graduation
97.0%

District

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

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