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Moving to Fairfax County? Start With the Schools

Fairfax County, Virginia · 5 min read

If you're thinking about moving to Fairfax County, Virginia, don't just tour the house — learn the school district first. Here are the latest published numbers on Fairfax County Public Schools, with sources you can check yourself.

The numbers

Spring Hill Elementary

National Blue Ribbon School — 2024

Source: U.S. Department of Education

94.6%

On-time graduation rate — Class of 2024

Source: Virginia Department of Education

~180,700

Students — Virginia's largest school district

Source: National Center for Education Statistics

What this means for your move

Numbers tell you what a district has done — not what your household needs. Some families prioritize graduation rates; others care about program variety, commute, or what's being built nearby. That's exactly why I share the data and the sources instead of telling you what to think.

And here's the part most agents skip: a school district is only one layer of the neighborhood. When I help clients evaluate Fairfax County, we also look at commute routes, parks, town centers, and what's coming — new development, transit, retail. You're not just buying a house. You're buying the neighborhood around it and the future coming to it.

🔍 Verify it yourself

Don't take my word for it — check the official sources:

"I provide the public information and the sources. You decide what matters to your household. Then I'll help you find the home." — Erica

See a home you love near these schools?

Text FAIRFAX to (240) 324-8638 — I'll personally send you matching listings.

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A note on boundaries: School boundaries and assignments can change. Always verify enrollment and boundary details directly with the school district. This article shares published public data with cited sources for information only.