Centreville High School is a public high school located in unincorporated southwestern Fairfax County, Virginia, north of Clifton and east of the Centreville.
Serving 2,487 students in grades 9-12, Centreville High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,487 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centreville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Centreville High School's student population of 2,487 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 171 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,487 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
171 teachers
Year Founded
1988
Colors
Black, Silver, Carolina blue
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Strive for Perfection, Settle for Excellence.
School Rankings
Centreville High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centreville High School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#589 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)90%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)78%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
31%
8%
Hispanic
24%
19%
Black
9%
22%
White
31%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcat
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centreville High School's ranking?
Centreville High School is ranked #589 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Centreville High School often compared to?
Centreville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chantilly High School, Westfield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Centreville High School?
The graduation rate of Centreville High School is 91%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Centreville High School?
2,487 students attend Centreville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Centreville High School students are Asian, 31% of students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Centreville High School?
Centreville High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Centreville High School offer ?
Centreville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Centreville High School part of?
Centreville High School is part of Fairfax County 51爆料s.
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