For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,594 students in Oakton, VA (there are , serving 1,077 private students). 60% of all K-12 students in Oakton, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in Oakton, VA are Oakton Elementary School and Waples Mill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Oakton, VA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Virginia public school average of 54%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Oakton have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Oakton, VA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Oakton Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3000 Chain Bridge Rd
Oakton, VA 22124
(703) 937-6100
Oakton, VA 22124
(703) 937-6100
Grades: PK-6
| 774 students
Rank: #22.
Waples Mill Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11509 Waples Mill Rd
Oakton, VA 22124
(703) 390-7700
Oakton, VA 22124
(703) 390-7700
Grades: PK-6
| 820 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Oakton, VA?
The top ranked public schools in Oakton, VA include Oakton Elementary School and Waples Mill Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Oakton?
2 public schools are located in Oakton.
What percentage of students in Oakton go to public school?
60% of all K-12 students in Oakton are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in Oakton?
Oakton public schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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