| Metric | Fairfax County Public Schools | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 179,858 | 3,700 | Much larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 223 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $16,976/yr | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Education Service Agency | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 8/10 — Good | — | Above average |
🔢 Show the math behind this rating
Ranked against 132 rated districts in VA → 78th percentile → 8/10.
Source: Virginia Dept. of Education SOL, division English Reading & Mathematics pass rates, 2024–25 school year. Full methodology →
About Fairfax County Public Schools
Fairfax County Public Schools serves zip code 22031, covering Fairfax, Virginia with grades Ungraded. Whether you’re researching a move, evaluating a home purchase, or preparing to enroll a child, the sections below give you a complete picture of this district’s resources, size, and what its rating means for your family.
Funding and Resources
Fairfax County Public Schools spent $16,976 per student in the 2019–20 school year (U.S. Dept. of Education CCD finance data), 14% above Virginia’s statewide $14,900 estimate. Of the district’s 2019 graduating cohort of 14,745 students, an estimated 88% earned a diploma within four years (EDFacts adjusted cohort graduation rate).
District Scale and Program Breadth
At 1 schools serving grades Ungraded, Fairfax County Public Schools qualifies as a small, community-focused district serving students from Ungraded. Small districts often benefit from tighter community cohesion, more personalized teacher-student relationships, and stronger parental involvement. The trade-off is narrower program variety: fewer elective courses, specialized tracks, or extracurricular options than larger systems offer.
Understanding the 8/10 Rating
With a rating of 8/10 (good), Fairfax County Public Schools ranks among Virginia’s above-average-rated school systems. 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.
Fairfax 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 22031 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 22031
Children in zip code 22031 are assigned to Fairfax County Public Schools for public school enrollment, covering grades Ungraded. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 22031, 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 Fairfax County Public Schools at (703)208-6406 or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. 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 Fairfax
For families considering a purchase in the Fairfax area, district assignment matters financially. Because Fairfax County Public Schools serves zip code 22031, homes in and around zip code 22031 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 Fairfax 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 22031.
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 Fairfax County Public Schools before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 22031 data.