Oakton High School is a public high school in unincorporated Fairfax County, Virginia, in proximity to Vienna, Virginia, in the United States. It is part of Fairfax County Public Schools in Northern Virginia.
Serving 2,620 students in grades 9-12, Oakton High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,620 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakton 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
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Oakton High School's student population of 2,620 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 201 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,620 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
201 teachers
Year Founded
1967
Colors
Burgundy, Gold
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Unlocking potential as we learn and grow together.
School Rankings
Oakton High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakton High School is 0.70, which is less 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
#273 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
31%
8%
Hispanic
13%
19%
Black
6%
22%
White
43%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakton High School's ranking?
Oakton High School is ranked #273 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Oakton High School often compared to?
Oakton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madison High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oakton High School?
The graduation rate of Oakton High School is 95%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Oakton High School?
2,620 students attend Oakton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Oakton High School students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oakton High School?
Oakton High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oakton High School offer ?
Oakton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oakton High School part of?
Oakton High School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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