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Herndon High School

#65 in Best Public High Schools in Virginia
  • A
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • Herndon, VA
  • 392 reviews
    A
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A-
    2. Diversity
      A+
    3. Teachers
      B+
    4. College Prep
      A
    5. Clubs & Activities
      B
    6. Health & Safety
      C+
    7. Administration
      B
    8. Sports
      B+
    9. Food
      C-
    10. Resources & Facilities
      C+
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    Herndon High School is a highly rated, public school located in Herndon, VA. It has 2,346 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 14 to 1. According to state test scores, 69% of students are at least proficient in math and 91% in reading.
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    (703) 810-2200
    700 Bennett St
    Herndon, VA 20170
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    Herndon High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    91%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    69%
    Average Graduation Rate
    77%
    Average SAT
    1240
    478 responses
    Average ACT
    28
    90 responses
    AP Enrollment
    32%
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    Living in the Area
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      C+
    2. Good for Families
      A+
    3. Housing
      B+
    Median Household Income
    $175,772
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $2,500
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $562,000
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    C+
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    64%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.36 responses
    Poll
    78%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.36 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 123 responses
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    • Pep Rallies
      21%
    • Homecoming Parade
      16%
    • Prom
      12%
    • Homecoming
      12%
    • Football games
      7%
    • Art show
      7%
    • Marching Band
      6%

    Students

    Diversity
    A+
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    2,346
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    38%
    82%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.45 responses
    76%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.45 responses
    84%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.45 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    14:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $66,938
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    13.2%
    66%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.58 responses
    78%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.58 responses
    78%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.58 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    B
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Low
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Low
    Expenses Per Student
    $15,160/ year
    National
    $12,239
    85%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.60 responses
    42%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.60 responses
    68%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.60 responses
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    Herndon High School Reviews

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    Herndon High School is highly diverse public school located in Fairfax County. During my years at Herndon high, there has been ongoing construction and renovation, projected to finish in 2020. Throughout the last for years, ongoing renovation has led my high school experience to be interesting and different. The newly constructed library offers a space to study and be productive. The extracurriculars offered at Herndon have something exciting for everyone. Starting from student activists leading a vegan club, to student athletes in the tennis club, after school extracurriculars are able to enhance any students high school experience. Students are encouraged to succeed, no matter their circumstances, which is shown by the various resources the school offers. The school understands students from Herndon High School come from different backgrounds, and their journey to their success may be different.
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    Diverse classrooms with a beautiful up and coming campus. So exited to see the results of the full renovations in the near future! Plus, teachers are highly qualified and understanding of students' needs.
    Herndon High is a diverse environment where everyone is welcomed. The school is very strict on punctuality and attendance, so it can get students ready for the future with whatever business or occupation they choose. The one thing I would change about Herndon would be allowing all the racial backgrounds to be celebrated. It’s such a diverse but it’s noticed and looked away. We celebrate each other’s backgrounds and learn more about communicating with others ethnicity, then just our owns. Also one thing we really suck at is school spirit, no one ever participated in the spirit weeks. But I still love my school because not everyone child that lives in the United States gets the opportunity to grow up with so many cultures, religions, and nationalities in one location.