At a glance
Reported students
3,710
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
171.93
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
21.6:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
07–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Virginia high enrollment
99th percentile
Compared with 325 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
684
Robinson Secondary: 3,710 reported students.
State peer staffing position
99th percentile
21.6:1 reported; state peer median 13.8:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 3,679
- Teachers (FTE)
- 238.68
- Student–teacher ratio
- 15.4:1
What the reported data says about Robinson Secondary
Robinson Secondary is a public high school serving grades 07–12 in Fairfax. It is one of 218 current school records connected to Fairfax County Public Schools. NCES reports 3,710 students for 2024–25.
Among 325 high schools in Virginia with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 1,140 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 99th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 21.6:1, above the Virginia median of 13.8:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (56.3%) and Hispanic or Latino (17.4%). English learners represent 3.6% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 14.1%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 9 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Robinson Secondary
- 1How do the reported 21.6:1 student–teacher ratio and 171.93 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 14 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 3.6%
- Students with disabilities
- 14.1%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 14%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 14
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 2.8
- Social workers (FTE)
- 2.5
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White56.3%
- Hispanic17.4%
- Black6.5%
- Asian12.5%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.2%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.1%
- Multiracial7%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
9 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Fairfax County Public Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Hayfield Secondary
High · Grades 07–12
3,256 reported students
Lake Braddock Secondary
High · Grades 07–12
4,411 reported students
Chantilly High
High · Grades 09–12
2,937 reported students
West Springfield High
High · Grades 09–12
2,799 reported students
Westfield High
High · Grades 09–12
2,737 reported students
West Potomac High
High · Grades 09–12
2,710 reported students
Public schools near Robinson Secondary
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Braddock Secondary High · Fairfax County Public Schools | 07–12 | 4,411 | 2.2 mi |
| Woodson High High · Fairfax County Public Schools | 09–12 | 2,436 | 2.2 mi |
| Fairfax High High · Fairfax County Public Schools | 09–12 | 2,404 | 3.2 mi |
| West Springfield High High · Fairfax County Public Schools | 09–12 | 2,799 | 3.9 mi |
| Oakton High High · Fairfax County Public Schools | 09–12 | 2,621 | 4.3 mi |
| Annandale High High · Fairfax County Public Schools | 09–12 | 2,161 | 5.1 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Robinson Secondary
What grades does Robinson Secondary serve?
Robinson Secondary reports grades 07–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Fairfax County Public Schools.
How many students attend Robinson Secondary?
Robinson Secondary reported 3,710 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 99th percentile among 325 Virginia high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 3,679 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Robinson Secondary?
The calculated ratio is 21.6:1, based on 3,710 students and 171.93 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Virginia median for the same school level is 13.8:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Robinson Secondary a public, charter, or magnet school?
Robinson Secondary is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Robinson Secondary students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
14% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Robinson Secondary in?
Robinson Secondary is part of Fairfax County Public Schools, based in Falls Church, VA, which operates 218 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Robinson Secondary?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Lake Braddock Secondary (2.2 mi), Woodson High (2.2 mi), Fairfax High (3.2 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.