Serving over 2,200 students, South County High School completes the South County High Pyramid along with South County Middle and Laurel Hill Elementary. Lead by Principal Gary Morris, students have the opportunity to excel through regular, Honors, and Advanced Placement courses. Flanked by two neighborhoods and the Laurel Hill Golf Club, South County Hugh offers a variety of school activities like clubs, athletics, organizations, service learning, and student council. Co-ed sports include baseball, cheerleading, football, golf, riflery, and wresting. Student athletes are also required to take a course about concussions. In 2021, over 60% of students graduated with an advanced degree.
South County High School
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
8501 Silverbrook Rd,
Lorton, VA
Fairfax County Public Schools
School Details
Head of School
Matt Ragone
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Average SAT Score
1250
Average ACT Score
28
Math Proficiency
71%
Reading Proficiency
67%
Average GPA
3.57
Graduation Rate
96%
Niche Grade
B+
B+
A
B-
B
A-
A
B-
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.57
Reading Proficiency
67%
Math Proficiency
71%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
140
Full Time Teachers
140
Teachers in First or Second Year
7%
College Prep
Average SAT
1250
Math
630
Verbal
620
Average ACT
28
Math
27
English
28
Reading
29
Science
28
Number of AP Courses
24
AP Pass Rate
77.2%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
251:1
Student Diversity
Male
51.3%
Female
48.7%
White
36.3%
Black
23.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
18.3%
Hispanic
15.1%
Two or more races
6.9%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%
School Rankings
#23
Best HS For Athletes in Virginia
#28
Best College Prep Public HS in Virginia
Specialty School Programs
AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
George Mason University
654 Students
University of Virginia
596 Students
Virginia Tech
575 Students
James Madison University
556 Students
Virginia Commonwealth University
550 Students
William & Mary
312 Students
Georgetown University
223 Students
Old Dominion University
213 Students
George Washington University
196 Students
Christopher Newport University
180 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
289 Students
Biology
250 Students
Psychology
194 Students
Computer Science
170 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
142 Students
Nursing
107 Students
Political Science and Government
99 Students
Marketing
97 Students
Engineering
78 Students
Pre-Law Studies
70 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
5/22/2025
South County High School is often portrayed as a model of suburban academic excellence. But peel back the carefully curated image, and what you'll find is a deeply flawed institution that fails its students in almost every meaningful way. From a toxic social environment to ineffective leadership and apathetic teaching, South County might just be the worst high school in the region—and it's time someone said it out loud.
5/14/2025
As a current student at South County High School, I can say that my experience has been mostly positive/neutral. Some teachers are excellent, but I found an inconsistency in teaching quality. I have experienced some frustrations with school administration and have felt like a number and not a person. I hope for better resources and engagement from school administration for future students.
5/2/2025
I enjoyed being at SCHS. My favorite things were the people and activities there. There is a lot of school spirt and chances for students to engage.
GreatSchools Reviews
9/18/2025
my child has been in the hospital for 2 months now and the school has offered no support! my child feels worthless, and has depression, severe anxiety, PTSD, bpd, autism, diabetes, Chlamydia, and is getting bullied everyday by students AND teachers! I would never recommend this school.
6/25/2025
South County High school is the worst High School in Fairfax Va. Racism and bullying is high and when the teachers see it happening they will do nothing, I wish I transfer schools to Hayfield High School during my freshman year. if your a student at this school stand up against racism and bully, do...
5/4/2025
Every experience is unique, so please take each review and timing into consideration. Not to suggest the most recent 5-Star was wrong, but we believe that is the exception. Hiring the current principal was one of FCPS’s biggest mistakes, and he will eventually leave the school worse off than when he...
2/14/2025
Both of my children are thriving at this school. The social environment is fantastic—there’s a place for everyone, and students easily find peers who share their interests. The wide range of AP courses is impressive, and teachers are always available to provide support when needed. The school is 100...
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List Price Range
$357K - $2M
Homes For Sale
54
Average Home Value
$645,670
Median Lot Size
8,712 Sq Ft
% Renters
46%
Average Household Income
$149,067
% of College Grads
49.9%
Median Age
38
Average House Size
3,124 Sq Ft
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Parks in this Area
Giles Run Meadow
- Bike Trails
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- Fishing
Laurel Hill Park Central Green
- Bike Trails
- Disc Golf
- Picnic Area
Occoquan Regional Park
- Bike Trails
- Boating
- Fishing
Mamie Davis Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Newington Heights Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Tennis
Occoquan Park
- Boating
- Tennis
- Trails
Liberty Green
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South County High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Lorton, VA, in the Laurel Hill neighborhood, and is served by the Fairfax County Public Schools in Virginia. The school has a total enrollment of 2,296 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 71% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 67% are proficient in reading. South County High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.57, the graduation rate is 96%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1250 and an ACT score of 28. The average home value in this area is $645,670. Discover additional schools in the area, like South County Middle School, Laurel Hill Elementary School, Halley Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Lorton has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near South County High School.