WEST SPRINGFIELD HIGH

2,663 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
West Springfield High School, located in Springfield, Virginia, is a large, diverse public secondary school serving students in grades 9–12 as part of the Fairfax County Public Schools system. Known for its strong academic focus and comprehensive curriculum, the school offers a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, specialized honors programs, and career and technical education opportunities. The school is well-regarded for its commitment to preparing students for higher education and professional success, consistently maintaining high graduation rates and fostering a culture of academic achievement.

Beyond the classroom, West Springfield High School is recognized for its vibrant extracurricular life and strong community spirit. The school boasts a competitive athletic program—famously known as the "Spartans"—as well as a variety of award-winning fine arts programs, including band, theater, and visual arts. With an emphasis on student leadership and inclusive involvement, the school encourages its diverse student body to participate in numerous clubs and service organizations, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience that extends well beyond traditional academics.
2,663
Total Students
151.8
Full-Time Teachers
17.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
17.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for WEST SPRINGFIELD HIGH
Demographic Student Count
White1,289
Hispanic451
Black326
Asian359
Two or More218
American Indian16
Pacific Islander4
  • White
    1,289 (48.4 %)
  • Hispanic
    451 (16.9 %)
  • Asian
    359 (13.5 %)
  • Black
    326 (12.2 %)
  • Two or More
    218 (8.2 %)
  • American Indian
    16 (0.6 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    4 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Fairfax County Public Schools
Phone: (703)913-3800
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 2,663
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 151.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 377
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 80
Grades Taught
Grade 9 722
Grade 10 644
Grade 11 647
Grade 12 650

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for WEST SPRINGFIELD HIGH
Grade Student Count
Grade 9722
Grade 10644
Grade 11647
Grade 12650
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for WEST SPRINGFIELD HIGH
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1,28748.3%
Male1,37651.7%
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