Yorktown High School is a public high school located in Arlington County, Virginia, United States. There are around 240 teachers and 2100 students as of 2019. In 2022-23 school year, there were 2,577 students. Yorktown's attendance area makes up the northern third of Arlington County.
Serving 2,593 students in grades 9-12, Yorktown High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 94% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,593 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Yorktown High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Yorktown High School's student population of 2,593 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 139 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,593 students
Total Classroom Teachers
139 teachers
Year Founded
1960
Colors
White, Navy Blue, Columbia blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Yorktown High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Yorktown 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
#337 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)94%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)88%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
8%
Hispanic
19%
20%
Black
6%
21%
White
58%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Patriots
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yorktown High School's ranking?
Yorktown High School is ranked #337 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Yorktown High School often compared to?
Yorktown High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington-liberty High School, Wakefield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Yorktown High School?
The graduation rate of Yorktown High School is 95%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Yorktown High School?
2,593 students attend Yorktown High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Yorktown High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Yorktown High School?
Yorktown High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Yorktown High School offer ?
Yorktown High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Yorktown High School part of?
Yorktown High School is part of Arlington County School District.
In what neighborhood is Yorktown High School located?
Yorktown High School is located in the Yorktown neighborhood of Arlington, VA.
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