What types of schools are available in Fairfax, Virginia?

Fairfax, Virginia offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Fairfax, Virginia

Q: How many schools are in Fairfax, Virginia?

There are 23 schools in Fairfax, Virginia, serving 23,676 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Fairfax?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Fairfax, Virginia, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 23 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

23,676

Total Students

Across Fairfax

13.8:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

23 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

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🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)12 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)7 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)1 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 3,710 students at Robinson Secondary.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 8:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Navy Elementary

publicmiddlePK-6

3500 W Ox Rd, Fairfax, VA 22033

Daniels Run Elementary

publicmiddlePK-6

3705 Blenheim Boulevard, Fairfax, VA 22030

Eagle View Elementary

publicmiddlePK-6

4500 Dixie Hill Road, Fairfax, VA 22030

Providence Elementary

publicmiddlePK-6

3616 Jermantown Rd, Fairfax, VA 22030

Willow Springs Elementary

publicmiddlePK-6

5400 Willow Springs School Rd, Fairfax, VA 22030

Lees Corner Elementary

publicmiddlePK-6

13500 Hollinger Ave, Fairfax, VA 22033

Bonnie Brae Elementary

publicmiddlePK-6

5420 Sideburn Rd, Fairfax, VA 22032

Wakefield Forest Elementary

publicmiddlePK-6

4011 Iva Ln, Fairfax, VA 22032

9525 Main St, Fairfax, VA 22031

9819 Five Oaks Rd, Fairfax, VA 22031

5035 Sideburn Rd, Fairfax, VA 22032

publicmiddleGrade 7-8

3801 Jermantown Rd, Fairfax, VA 22030

Greenbriar East Elementary

publicmiddlePK-6

13006 Point Pleasant Dr, Fairfax, VA 22033

Laurel Ridge Elementary

publicmiddlePK-6

10110 Commonwealth Blvd, Fairfax, VA 22032

5004 Sideburn Rd, Fairfax, VA 22032

9107 Horner Court, Fairfax, VA 22031

Little Run Elementary

publicmiddlePK-6

4511 Olley Ln, Fairfax, VA 22032

Olde Creek Elementary

publicmiddlePK-6

9524 Old Creek Dr, Fairfax, VA 22032

3001 Chichester Ln, Fairfax, VA 22031

publicmiddleGrade 7-8

4101 Pickett Rd, Fairfax, VA 22032

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Detailed Overview of Schools in Fairfax

Fairfax, Virginia is home to 23 schools serving over 23,676 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

Schoolary Research Team

Verified with NCES & state education agency data

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Fairfax, Virginia?

There are 23 schools in Fairfax, serving 23,676 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Fairfax?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Fairfax include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Fairfax?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Fairfax is 13.8:1.

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