| Metric | Fauquier County Public Schools | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 10,837 | 3,700 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 20 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $14,775/yr | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Education Service Agency | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
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Ranked against 132 rated districts in VA → 53rd percentile → 6/10.
Source: Virginia Dept. of Education SOL, division English Reading & Mathematics pass rates, 2024–25 school year. Full methodology →
About Fauquier County Public Schools
Fauquier County Public Schools is the public school district assigned to zip code 22728 in Fauquier, Virginia. Serving students from Ungraded, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 22728. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Funding and Resources
Fauquier County Public Schools spent $14,775 per student in the 2019–20 school year (U.S. Dept. of Education CCD finance data), roughly in line with Virginia’s statewide $14,900 estimate. Of the district’s 2019 graduating cohort of 986 students, an estimated 91% earned a diploma within four years (EDFacts adjusted cohort graduation rate).
District Scale and Program Breadth
With 1 schools, Fauquier County Public Schools operates 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 6/10 Rating
Fauquier County Public Schools has earned an overall SchoolDistrictFinder rating of 5/10, placing it in the average 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.
Fauquier County Public Schools falls near the middle of Virginia on state assessment results, with reading and math proficiency close to the state median. Average-rated districts provide foundational public education, and many families find they deliver solid day-to-day learning — particularly when parents stay engaged. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 22728
Children in zip code 22728 are assigned to Fauquier 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 22728, 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 Fauquier County Public Schools at (540)788-9011 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 Fauquier
School district quality is one of the most consistent factors in residential home pricing. Because Fauquier County Public Schools serves zip code 22728, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 22728. 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 Fauquier 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 22728.
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 Fauquier County Public Schools before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 22728 data.