MOUNT VERNON HIGH SCHOOL
Mount Vernon High is a public high school that is part of the Fairfax County Public Schools school district, located in Alexandria, VA with about 2,083 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 157 teachers, Mount Vernon High has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.
Mount Vernon High School, located in the Mount Vernon area of Alexandria, Virginia, is a comprehensive public high school serving the Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) district. It is known for its strong emphasis on preparing students for post-secondary success through a diverse array of academic offerings, including the International Baccalaureate (IB) program, which encourages critical thinking and a global perspective. The school serves a vibrant, multicultural student body, reflecting the rich history and diversity of the surrounding community.
Beyond traditional academics, Mount Vernon High School offers a wide range of extracurricular opportunities, including competitive athletics, performing arts, and various student-led clubs. The school is particularly recognized for its state-of-the-art facilities and its focus on Career and Technical Education (CTE), which provides students with hands-on learning experiences in fields like computer science, health sciences, and engineering. By fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, the school strives to empower its students to become well-rounded, responsible citizens equipped to navigate an increasingly complex world.
For more information, contact Mount Vernon High at (703) 619-3100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Alexandria, VA 22309
(703) 619-3100
MOUNT VERNON HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Alexandria, VA with about 2,083 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Virginia
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Fairfax County Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 2,083
- Teachers:
- 157.21
- 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 2,083 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 44.1%
- Black or African American
- 26.9%
- White
- 19.1%
- Asian
- 6.2%
- Two or more races
- 3.3%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 48.1%
- Male
- 51.9%
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.