Herndon High School is a fully accredited four-year public high school in Herndon, Virginia, United States. Herndon serves grades 9-12 and is a part of the Fairfax County Public Schools system. Herndon High School serves the town of Herndon and the northern part of the unincorporated community of Reston.
Serving 2,261 students in grades 9-12, Herndon High School ranks in the bottom 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 45-49% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,261 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 79% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Herndon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Herndon High School's student population of 2,261 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 194 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,261 students
Total Classroom Teachers
194 teachers
Year Founded
1911
Colors
Black, Red
School Calendar
School Motto
All Hornets are capable of success, No Exceptions!
School Rankings
Herndon High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Herndon High School is 0.62, which is less 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
#1536 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)56%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)52%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
8%
Hispanic
54%
20%
Black
6%
21%
White
28%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
79%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Fairfax County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hornets
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herndon High School's ranking?
Herndon High School is ranked #1536 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Herndon High School often compared to?
Herndon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Lakes High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Herndon High School?
The graduation rate of Herndon High School is 79%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Herndon High School?
2,261 students attend Herndon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Herndon High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Herndon High School?
Herndon High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Herndon High School offer ?
Herndon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Herndon High School part of?
Herndon High School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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