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Yorktown High School
- A+Overall Grade
- Public
- 9-12
- Arlington, VA
- 290 reviews
- AcademicsA+
- DiversityB+
- TeachersA-
- College PrepA+
- Clubs & ActivitiesA-
- Health & SafetyA-
- AdministrationB
- SportsA
- FoodB-
- Resources & FacilitiesA-
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- Cost of LivingB
- Good for FamiliesA+
- HousingA
Median Household Income
$208,535
National
$55,322Median Rent
$869
National
$949Median Home Value
$848,240
National
$184,700Culture & Safety
Health & Safety
A-
Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
Poll
- 84%
- of students agree that they feel safe at their school.32 responses
Poll
- 75%
- of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.32 responses
Students
Diversity
B+
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
2,057
Free or Reduced Lunch
11%
- 94%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.34 responses
- 76%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.34 responses
- 100%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.34 responses
Teachers
- 72%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.43 responses
- 77%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.43 responses
- 77%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.43 responses
Clubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
A-
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
High
Boys Athletic Participation
High
Expenses Per Student
$21,614/ year
National
$12,239- 89%
- of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.47 responses
- 55%
- of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.47 responses
- 79%
- of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.47 responses
Yorktown High School Reviews
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When Trump got elected, some teachers openly complained that it was "worse than 9/11". Students who aren't atheist or Democrats are harassed and mocked. The school administration put up signs saying "we are all immigrants" (history lesson: many African Americans were forcibly enslaved and shipped here; they didn't "immigrate"). Furthermore, a majority of the students sit through the Pledge of Allegiance in silence.
Students often complain about the stress they face, and ask for lighter course loads. What many students forget is that they themselves chose to take an unrealistic number of AP classes and extracurriculars. Students feel entitled to an "A" in all classes, even with a minimal amount of effort. The grade inflation is ridiculous; over half the students have a GPA of 3.9 or higher.
All in all, Yorktown is full of liberal, rich, entitled, snowflakes. I recommend attending another school if possible.
Students often complain about the stress they face, and ask for lighter course loads. What many students forget is that they themselves chose to take an unrealistic number of AP classes and extracurriculars. Students feel entitled to an "A" in all classes, even with a minimal amount of effort. The grade inflation is ridiculous; over half the students have a GPA of 3.9 or higher.
All in all, Yorktown is full of liberal, rich, entitled, snowflakes. I recommend attending another school if possible.
Yorktown is an excellent school, academically. Teachers, for the most part, hold themselves and their students to a very high level of education. There is a strong math and science program as well as lots of creative/arts opportunities. Students are driven and very involved. Everyone has their own pursued interest.
The downside to the school is the toxic culture that often comes with high standards and money. Insecurity, image obsession, and unkindness plague the school. These problems manifest as bullying, power struggles, unhealthy overachievement, and substance abuse. The school has a reputation throughout the area for being particularly cutthroat.
The downside to the school is the toxic culture that often comes with high standards and money. Insecurity, image obsession, and unkindness plague the school. These problems manifest as bullying, power struggles, unhealthy overachievement, and substance abuse. The school has a reputation throughout the area for being particularly cutthroat.
I transferred to Yorktown High School my sophomore year, and was surprised to find a very welcoming group of individuals, all who were very supportive and friendly. Yorktown is an all together wonderful and inviting school, they offer a variety of academic options to help prepare ones self for college. However, one thing I think could be changed about the school, is their resources for students with mental disorders, such as anxiety and depression. Many students I have talked to complained of how hard it is to get a 504 plan to help with the extra stress mental disorders bring. Those I talked to, who were able to receive 504 plan, allowing them to go to their counselor when they feel a panic attack coming on, were often told by teachers to wait. Although Yorktown High School does a good job at bringing awareness and giving help to those who need it, they do it in a manner that makes it hard for students to actually receive that help.