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Lake Braddock Secondary School

#3 in Best Magnet High Schools in Virginia
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Public, Magnet
  • 7-12
  • Burke, VA
  • 457 reviews
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A
    2. Diversity
      A
    3. Teachers
      A-
    4. College Prep
      A+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A
    6. Health & Safety
      A-
    7. Administration
      B
    8. Sports
      A+
    9. Food
      C+
    10. Resources & Facilities
      B
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    Lake Braddock Secondary School is a top rated, public, magnet school located in Burke, VA. It has 4,279 students in grades 7-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 16 to 1. According to state test scores, 79% of students are at least proficient in math and 92% in reading.
    fcps.edu/lakebraddockss
    (703) 426-1000
    9200 Burke Lake Rd
    Burke, VA 22015
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    Lake Braddock Secondary School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    92%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    79%
    Average Graduation Rate
    96%
    Average SAT
    1260
    699 responses
    Average ACT
    29
    234 responses
    AP Enrollment
    38%
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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
    $134,191
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $2,372
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $518,600
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    A-
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    77%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.60 responses
    Poll
    55%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.60 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 128 responses
    Report
    • Football games and Pep rallies
      26%
    • Pep Rallies and Musicals
      16%
    • Spirit Week
      11%
    • Homecoming
      9%
    • Basketball games
      8%
    • Theater
      8%
    • Orchestra Concerts
      7%

    Students

    Diversity
    A
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    4,279
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    14%
    91%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.64 responses
    77%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.64 responses
    88%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.64 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    16:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $66,938
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    8.8%
    59%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.79 responses
    68%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.79 responses
    67%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.79 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    A
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Average
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Average
    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.86 responses
    53%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.86 responses
    77%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.86 responses
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    Lake Braddock Secondary School Reviews

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    Just like every other school in the Fairfax County Schoo District, Lake Braddock is not far from being almost perfect in every way! The teachers, administrators, and parents are all welcoming and will make you and your child feel at home during the six years of schooling. The academics are rigorous, preparing the students for the course load of college and beyond, and the sports are also highly competitive and fun to watch. The diversity factor is high and is also increasing, which teaches students to respect and work well with people from different ethnicities, religions, and socio-economic backgrounds. Lake Braddock has something for everyone, whether it's athletics, theatre, art, or just simply learning, attending school here was the best decision my parents have ever made for me.
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    Lake Braddock has been an excellent experience for me. While it is a big school with many students, this allows anybody to feel included, no matter what they believe in or who they are. There are so many clubs and extracurriculars from which one can find students just like them! Furthermore, the school really prepares students for college, as it offers many AP courses with rigorous courseloads. Nonetheless, most teachers are willing to help their students not just earn the grade they want, but also truly understand the content presented to them. It has been an excellent experience for me and my peers and I will miss the school dearly.
    While at Lake Braddock Secondary School, I was able to take advantage of the excellent athletics program-- I played soccer for all four years of my high school career. I also feel that the high caliber academics pushed and supported by the teachers have helped prepare for success on the SAT and my overall candidacy for acceptance into top colleges. I am happy to say now that I have been accepted into my top college choices and I can certainly say that Lake Braddock Secondary School was a major contributor in this success!