LONGFELLOW MIDDLE SCHOOL
Longfellow Middle is a public middle school that is part of the Fairfax County Public Schools school district, located in Falls Church, VA with about 1,364 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 84 teachers, Longfellow Middle 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.
Longfellow Middle School, located in the Westmoreland neighborhood of Falls Church, Virginia, is a highly regarded public school serving students in grades 7 and 8 within the Fairfax County Public School (FCPS) district. Known for its rigorous academic environment and strong focus on student achievement, the school consistently ranks among the top middle schools in the state. It offers a diverse and comprehensive curriculum, including advanced academic programs, a wide array of electives, and a strong emphasis on integrating technology into the classroom to prepare students for the demands of high school and beyond.
Beyond its academic offerings, Longfellow is noted for its vibrant school community and commitment to student well-being. The school provides numerous extracurricular opportunities, ranging from competitive sports and music programs to academic clubs and service-oriented organizations, which encourage students to explore their interests and develop leadership skills. With a dedicated faculty and an active parent-teacher association, Longfellow fosters a collaborative atmosphere that supports the social, emotional, and intellectual growth of its diverse student body.
For more information, contact Longfellow Middle at (703) 533-2600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Falls Church, VA 22043
(703) 533-2600
LONGFELLOW MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in Falls Church, VA with about 1,364 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Virginia
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Magnet school:
- Yes
- District:
- Fairfax County Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 1,364
- Teachers:
- 84.56
- 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:
- Not 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 1,364 students
- White
- 52.8%
- Asian
- 29.6%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 9.2%
- Two or more races
- 5.9%
- Black or African American
- 2.4%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.1%
- Female
- 47.8%
- Male
- 52.2%
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.