Serving 2,487 students in grades 9-12, Centreville High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,487 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centreville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Centreville High School's student population of 2,487 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 171 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Mascot
Wildcat
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,487 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
171 teachers
Year Founded
1988
School Colors
Black, Silver, Carolina blue
School Rankings
Centreville High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centreville High School is 0.75, 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
#119 out of 1792 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)78%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)90%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)78%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
31%
8%
Hispanic
24%
19%
Black
9%
22%
White
31%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Centreville High School's ranking?
Centreville High School is ranked #119 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Centreville High School often compared to?
Centreville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chantilly High School, Westfield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Centreville High School?
The graduation rate of Centreville High School is 90%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Centreville High School?
2,487 students attend Centreville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Centreville High School students are Asian, 31% of students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Centreville High School?
Centreville High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Centreville High School offer ?
Centreville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Centreville High School part of?
Centreville High School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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