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Best Lorton Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 5,196 students in Lorton, VA.
The top-ranked public schools in Lorton, VA are Laurel Hill Elementary School, South County Middle School and Gunston Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lorton, VA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 78% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Lorton have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Lorton, VA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Laurel Hill Elementary School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
8390 Laurel Crest Dr.
Lorton, VA 22079
(703) 551-5300
Gr: PK-6 | 736 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #22.
South County Middle School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
8700 Laurel Crest Dr.
Lorton, VA 22079
(703) 690-5500
Gr: 7-8 | 967 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #33.
Gunston Elementary School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
10100 Gunston Rd
Lorton, VA 22079
(703) 541-3600
Gr: PK-6 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #44.
South County High School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
8501 Silverbrook Road
Lorton, VA 22079
(703) 446-1600
Gr: 9-12 | 2,200 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #55.
Lorton Station Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
9298 Lewis Chapel Rd.
Lorton, VA 22079
(571) 642-6000
Gr: PK-6 | 748 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
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Lorton, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Lorton Preschool (Closed 2010)
8101 Lorton Rd.
Lorton, VA 22079
(703) 446-2100
Gr: PK | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 38%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Lorton, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in Lorton, VA include Laurel Hill Elementary School, South County Middle School and Gunston Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Lorton?
5 public schools are located in Lorton.
What is the racial composition of students in Lorton?
Lorton public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Virginia public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public schools in Lorton are often viewed compared to one another?

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