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Fairfax County Public Schools

W. T. Woodson High School

#6 in Best Public High Schools in Virginia
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • Fairfax, VA
  • 370 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
      C+
    8. Sports
      A
    9. Food
      C-
    10. Resources & Facilities
      B
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    W. T. Woodson High School is a top rated, public school located in Fairfax, VA. It has 2,435 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 15 to 1. According to state test scores, 88% of students are at least proficient in math and 96% in reading.
    About W. T. Woodson High School...
    School District
    Fairfax County Public Schools
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    Address
    9525 Main St
    Fairfax, VA 22031
    Telephone
    (703) 503-4600
    Website
    woodsonhs.fcps.edu
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    W. T. Woodson High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    96%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    88%
    Average Graduation Rate
    95%
    Average SAT
    1300
    572 responses
    Average ACT
    30
    178 responses
    AP Enrollment
    36%
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    Living in the Area
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      B-
    2. Good for Families
      A+
    3. Housing
      B
    Area Feel
    Sparse Suburban
    Median Household Income
    $145,213
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $1,000
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $602,200
    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
    92%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.39 responses
    Poll
    56%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.39 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 85 responses
    Report
    • Hey Day
      19%
    • Pep Rallys
      18%
    • Football Games
      15%
    • Basketball Games
      8%
    • Musicals and Plays
      8%
    • Spirit Week
      8%
    • Blood drive
      7%

    Students

    Diversity
    A
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    2,435
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    11%
    95%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.40 responses
    80%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.40 responses
    83%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.40 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    15:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $66,938
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    8.5%
    65%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.49 responses
    78%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.49 responses
    76%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.49 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
    87%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.55 responses
    49%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.55 responses
    82%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.55 responses
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    W. T. Woodson High School Reviews

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    My experience at W.T. Woodson High School has been incredible. Along with its strong academic features and supportive teachers and peers, Woodson makes you feel welcome. Whether you're interested in planting trees and join the environmental club, want to represent your culture in the culture club, or enjoy in singing and join the choir, you feel welcomed and like you are part of a family! The only thing that both other students and I would like to see change is school food. The frozen pizza and microwaved melted cheese on nachos aren't the most appetizing meals, not to mention healthy. Nevertheless, I look forward to spending the last two years of my high school career at W.T. Woodson High School!
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    I believe that W.T Woodson High School deserves a 3/5 stars because, although the classes were highly advance and educationally beneficial towards preparation for college, there was a lack of individuality in the teaching staff's abilities. Personally, I prefer being taught in a more thought provoking environment and, unfortunately, Woodson was one of the High Schools that were unable to meet that preference for me. I grew up in a military family and I have experienced many schooling districts so I believe I have a knowledgable view on how students should be taught. However, everyone has their own opinions and therefore ratings have been created. If you are a parent reading this who believes that testing and the infamous outstanding 4.0 GPA is best for your child then, by all means, Woodson is the school for you!
    If you're going to Woodson High School you're most likely going to hate how difficult it is, and yes, you aren't crazy. However, when you get to college,it will be so easy, because unlike most of your peers across the country, you already know how to study, you know how to deal with stress, and you know how to get back up after you fail. Woodson will absolutely prepare you for life, if it doesn't break you down before you get there. My advice is this; you have calm down. Your teachers and peers at Woodson will tell you that if you don't have 10 AP's and a 4.2 GPA under your belt you will not go anywhere in life, but this simply isn't true. You have to keep your own mental sanity alive first, or you will only be a depressed and anxious ball of nothing by the time you get into that precious Ivy League, and then what was the point? You didn't become a better person because of that 4.2 and 10 AP's.So pursue happiness. Good luck to you!