| Metric | Loudoun County Public Schools | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 81,678 | 3,700 | Much larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 99 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $17,393/yr | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | — | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 10/10 — Excellent | — | Above average |
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Ranked against 132 rated districts in VA → 90th percentile → 10/10.
Source: Virginia Dept. of Education SOL, division English Reading & Mathematics pass rates, 2024–25 school year. Full methodology →
About Loudoun County Public Schools
Loudoun County Public Schools is the public school district assigned to zip code 20184 in Loudoun, Virginia. Serving students from Pre-K–12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 20184. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Funding and Resources
Loudoun County Public Schools spent $17,393 per student in the 2019–20 school year (U.S. Dept. of Education CCD finance data), 17% above Virginia’s statewide $14,900 estimate. Of the district’s 2019 graduating cohort of 6,432 students, an estimated 95% earned a diploma within four years (EDFacts adjusted cohort graduation rate).
District Scale and Program Breadth
With 99 schools serving approximately 81,678 students across grades Prekindergarten – 12th, Loudoun County Public Schools is a large district. Contact Loudoun County Public Schools to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 10/10 Rating
Loudoun County Public Schools has earned an overall SchoolDistrictFinder rating of 9/10, placing it in the top-tier tier. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Virginia’s SOL (Standards of Learning) English Reading & Mathematics assessments (2024–25 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Virginia is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Loudoun County Public Schools ranks among the highest-performing public school districts in Virginia on state assessments, with reading and math proficiency rates in roughly the top 10–20% statewide. Homes in and around zip code 20184 often carry a measurable premium relative to neighboring areas served by lower-rated districts. Families moving here for academic strength will find a district whose students test well above the state norm. Even within top-rated districts, individual school performance varies — confirm your specific school assignments directly with the district.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 20184
Children in zip code 20184 are assigned to Loudoun County Public Schools for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K–12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 20184, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Loudoun County Public Schools at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include proof of residency (lease or deed plus a utility bill), your child’s birth certificate, current immunization records, and prior school records. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Virginia districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Loudoun
School district quality is one of the most consistent factors in residential home pricing. Because Loudoun County Public Schools serves zip code 20184, homes in and around zip code 20184 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Virginia, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Loudoun County Public Schools programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 20184.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Loudoun County Public Schools before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 20184 data.