OAKTON HIGH SCHOOL
Oakton High is a public high school that is part of the Fairfax County Public Schools school district, located in Vienna, VA with about 2,652 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 155 teachers, Oakton High has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.
Oakton High School, located in Vienna, Virginia, is a prominent public secondary school serving students in grades 9 through 12 within the Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) system. Known for its strong academic reputation, the school offers a rigorous curriculum that includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses and various specialized programs designed to prepare students for higher education and competitive career paths. The school maintains a diverse student body and is recognized for its robust support systems, including counseling services and academic resources tailored to help students succeed in a demanding environment.
Beyond its academic achievements, Oakton High School boasts a vibrant extracurricular scene that is central to the student experience. The school is home to a highly successful athletics program—the "Cougars"—as well as an extensive range of clubs, arts programs, and leadership organizations that encourage student involvement and school spirit. Nestled in a suburban community, Oakton serves as a significant hub for local student life, fostering a culture that emphasizes both scholastic excellence and holistic development through community engagement and collaborative extracurricular activities.
For more information, contact Oakton High at (703) 319-2700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Vienna, VA 22181
(703) 319-2700
OAKTON HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Vienna, VA with about 2,652 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Virginia
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Fairfax County Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 2,652
- Teachers:
- 155.85
- 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 2,652 students
- White
- 49.0%
- Asian
- 29.4%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 11.1%
- Two or more races
- 5.1%
- Black or African American
- 4.9%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.4%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 48.8%
- Male
- 51.2%
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.