These are some of the top-rated public schools in Fairfax County Public Schools based on a variety of measures. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
RATINGS
College Success Award
These are some of the best public high schools in Fairfax County Public Schools at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
ACADEMICS
Academic Summary
Is this district offering opportunity for all its students, or leaving some kids behind? Successful districts are working to close the achievement gap.
ACADEMICS
Rigorous courses can help students prepare for and get into college, including coursework in STEM subjects. Find out more.
Parent Tip
Many successful high school students end up in remedial math courses in college. Is your student prepared for college-level math? Ask this district how they ensure students are well-prepared.
STUDENT LIFE
Student Demographics
Schools that create a positive culture help all students thrive. See how.
STUDENT LIFE
Teachers & Staff
Parents often value small class sizes, but the truth is more complicated.
STUDENT LIFE
District Calendar
STUDENT LIFE
District Finances
How a school district allocates funds can reflect its priorities. Learn more about how these decisions are made.
Parent Tip
District decisions about how to spend money impact your child’s schooling. Here’s how parents can have an influence.
STUDENT LIFE
Reviews From Schools in Fairfax County Public Schools
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Current student
July 29, 2025
This school can be described with one singular word: BORING. Everyday, us students wake up at 6 and some people wake up at 5, just to go to this jail hidden behind the name of school. This place is... More
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Liberty Middle School
Current student
July 21, 2025
Justice High school is a flawed, filthy, disgraceful, depressing, crooked school.
The environment and community of the school feels unwelcoming and unsafe. It is extremely depressing to step into... More
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Justice High School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
July 07, 2025
I used to go to Glasgow Middle School. Let me tell you to everyone who wants to come here: Do not go to Glasgow Middle School. Go to Longfellow Middle School and middle schools in Chantilly, they are... More
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Glasgow Middle School