For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 2,473 students in Reston, VA.
The top-ranked public high school in Reston, VA is South Lakes High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Reston, VA public high school have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Virginia public high school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 81% statewide average). High schools in Reston have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public high schools.
Reston, VA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the Virginia average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is South Lakes High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Reston, VA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Lakes High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
11400 South Lakes Dr
Reston, VA 20191
(703) 715-4500
Reston, VA 20191
(703) 715-4500
Gr: 9-12 | 2,473 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Reston, VA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Reston, VA include South Lakes High School.
How many public high schools are located in Reston?
1 public high schools are located in Reston.
What is the racial composition of students in Reston?
Reston public high schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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