At a glance
Reported students
2,436
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
193.62
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
12.6:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Virginia high enrollment
94th percentile
Compared with 325 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
684
Woodson High: 2,436 reported students.
State peer staffing position
30th percentile
12.6:1 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
- 2,466
- Teachers (FTE)
- 167.69
- Student–teacher ratio
- 14.7:1
What the reported data says about Woodson High
Woodson High is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Fairfax. It is one of 218 current school records connected to Fairfax County Public Schools. NCES reports 2,436 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 94th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 12.6:1, close to 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 (46.6%) and Asian (24.9%). English learners represent 4.5% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 17%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, computer science. The school reported 25 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Woodson High
- 1How do the reported 12.6:1 student–teacher ratio and 193.62 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 12.5 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 4.5%
- Students with disabilities
- 17%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 14.2%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 12.5
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 3
- 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
- White46.6%
- Hispanic14.8%
- Black5.5%
- Asian24.9%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.2%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.1%
- Multiracial7.9%
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
25 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as 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.
South Lakes High
High · Grades 09–12
2,434 reported students
McLean High
High · Grades 09–12
2,428 reported students
Fairfax High
High · Grades 09–12
2,404 reported students
Justice High
High · Grades 09–12
2,357 reported students
Centreville High
High · Grades 09–12
2,347 reported students
Edison High
High · Grades 09–12
2,294 reported students
Public schools near Woodson High
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfax High High · Fairfax County Public Schools | 09–12 | 2,404 | 1.5 mi |
| Robinson Secondary High · Fairfax County Public Schools | 07–12 | 3,710 | 2.2 mi |
| Oakton High High · Fairfax County Public Schools | 09–12 | 2,621 | 2.6 mi |
| Lake Braddock Secondary High · Fairfax County Public Schools | 07–12 | 4,411 | 2.6 mi |
| Annandale High High · Fairfax County Public Schools | 09–12 | 2,161 | 3.9 mi |
| Madison High High · Fairfax County Public Schools | 09–12 | 2,090 | 3.9 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Woodson High
What grades does Woodson High serve?
Woodson High reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Fairfax County Public Schools.
How many students attend Woodson High?
Woodson High reported 2,436 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 94th percentile among 325 Virginia high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 2,466 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Woodson High?
The calculated ratio is 12.6:1, based on 2,436 students and 193.62 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 Woodson High a public, charter, or magnet school?
Woodson High is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Fairfax County Public Schools attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Woodson High students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
14.2% 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 Woodson High in?
Woodson High 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 Woodson High?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Fairfax High (1.5 mi), Robinson Secondary (2.2 mi), Oakton High (2.6 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.