WAKEFIELD HIGH SCHOOL
Wakefield High is a public high school that is part of the Arlington County Public Schools school district, located in Arlington, VA with about 2,248 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 136 teachers, Wakefield High has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Wakefield High School, located in Arlington, Virginia, is a prominent secondary institution within the Arlington Public Schools district. Known for its diverse and inclusive student body, the school emphasizes a comprehensive academic curriculum complemented by a wide array of extracurricular activities, including robust athletics, performing arts programs, and various student-led clubs. The school is particularly recognized for its commitment to global education, notably serving as an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, which allows students to pursue rigorous coursework that prepares them for success in higher education and the global workforce.
Beyond its academic offerings, Wakefield High School is noted for its modern, community-focused campus environment. The school actively promotes a culture of collaboration, equity, and civic engagement, striving to support the personal and intellectual growth of each student. By fostering strong partnerships between students, families, and the surrounding Arlington community, Wakefield aims to provide a supportive atmosphere where students from various backgrounds can excel and develop the essential skills needed for their future endeavors.
For more information, contact Wakefield High at (703) 228-6700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Arlington, VA 22206
(703) 228-6700
WAKEFIELD HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Arlington, VA with about 2,248 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Virginia
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Arlington County Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 2,248
- Teachers:
- 136.41
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Supplemental Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 2,248 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 44.8%
- White
- 22.5%
- Black or African American
- 19.0%
- Asian
- 8.3%
- Two or more races
- 4.9%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 46.4%
- Male
- 53.6%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.