The H-B Woodlawn Secondary Program, commonly referred to as H-B, or HBW, is a democratic alternative all-county public school located in Arlington County, Virginia, based on the liberal educational movements of the 1960s and 1970s.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
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Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Year Founded
1978
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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Hb Woodlawn Secondary Program often compared to?
Hb Woodlawn Secondary Programis often viewed alongside schools like Yorktown High School, Washington-liberty High School by visitors of our site.
What school district is Hb Woodlawn Secondary Program part of?
Hb Woodlawn Secondary Program is part of Arlington County School District.
In what neighborhood is Hb Woodlawn Secondary Program located?
Hb Woodlawn Secondary Program is located in the Cherrydale neighborhood of Arlington, VA.
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