For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 2,200 students in 22079, VA.
The top ranked public high school in 22079, VA is South County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 22079 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Virginia public high school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 81% statewide average). High schools in 22079, VA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 22079 have a Graduation Rate of 96%, which is more than the Virginia average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is South County High School, with 96% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Virginia public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 22079, VA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South County High School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8501 Silverbrook Road
Lorton, VA 22079
(703) 446-1600
Lorton, VA 22079
(703) 446-1600
Grades: 9-12
| 2,200 students
22079, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
8101 Lorton Rd.
Lorton, VA 22079
(703) 446-2100
Lorton, VA 22079
(703) 446-2100
Grades: PK
| 418 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 22079, VA?
The top ranked public high schools in 22079, VA include South County High School.
How many public high schools are located in 22079?
1 public high schools are located in 22079.
What is the racial composition of students in 22079?
22079 public high schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Virginia public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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