Washington-Liberty High School, formerly known as Washington-Lee High School, is a public high school in the Arlington Public Schools district in Arlington, Virginia, covering grades 9–12. Its attendance area serves the central third of Arlington, and it also offers the International Baccalaureate program countywide.
Serving 3,044 students in grades 9-12, Washington-liberty High School ranks in the top 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 50-54% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% 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: 3,044 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington-liberty High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Washington-liberty High School's student population of 3,044 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 167 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
3,044 students
Total Classroom Teachers
167 teachers
Year Founded
1925
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
FOVEAT DIVERSITATES Cherish the differences
School Rankings
Washington-liberty High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington-liberty High School is 0.71, 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
#791 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)87%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)78%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Asian
9%
8%
Hispanic
33%
20%
Black
10%
21%
White
40%
44%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington-liberty High School's ranking?
Washington-liberty High School is ranked #791 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Washington-liberty High School often compared to?
Washington-liberty High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Yorktown High School, Wakefield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washington-liberty High School?
The graduation rate of Washington-liberty High School is 89%, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Washington-liberty High School?
3,044 students attend Washington-liberty High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Washington-liberty High School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington-liberty High School?
Washington-liberty High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Washington-liberty High School offer ?
Washington-liberty High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Washington-liberty High School part of?
Washington-liberty High School is part of Arlington County School District.
In what neighborhood is Washington-liberty High School located?
Washington-liberty High School is located in the Virginia Square neighborhood of Arlington, VA. There are 2 other public schools located in Virginia Square.
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