| Metric | Fairfax County Public Schools | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 179,858 | 3,544 | Much larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 223 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $20,064/yr | $17,619/yr | ↑ 14% above avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 8/10 — Good | — | Top 10% in VA |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfax County Public Schools (this district) | 8/10 | 78th | 179,858 |
| Arlington County Public Schools | 9/10 | 81st | 27,562 |
| Falls Church City Public Schools | 10/10 | 99th | 2,496 |
| Alexandria City Public Schools | 2/10 | 10th | 16,040 |
🔢 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 →
- Sherman Elementary — 0.6 mi · Grades PK–6 · 290 students
- Langley High — 0.7 mi · Grades 9–12 · 2,181 students
- Churchill Road Elementary — 1.4 mi · Grades PK–6 · 635 students
- Kent Gardens Elementary — 1.4 mi · Grades PK–6 · 918 students
- Chesterbrook Elementary — 1.6 mi · Grades PK–6 · 557 students
- McLean High — 1.6 mi · Grades 9–12 · 2,428 students
- Cooper Middle — 1.7 mi · Grades 7–8 · 997 students
- Longfellow Middle — 2.2 mi · Grades 7–8 · 1,226 students
About Fairfax County Public Schools
Zip code 22101 in Mclean, Virginia is served by Fairfax County Public Schools for public school enrollment. The district covers grades Pre-K–12th. This page provides a data-driven overview of Fairfax County Public Schools’s funding levels, size, rating, and what families should know before enrolling or making a housing decision in this area.
Understanding the 8/10 Rating
Fairfax County Public Schools has earned an overall SchoolDistrictFinder rating of 8/10, placing it in the above 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.
Fairfax County Public Schools earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in Virginia. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 22101
Children in zip code 22101 are assigned to Fairfax 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 22101, 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 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 Mclean
School district quality is one of the most consistent factors in residential home pricing. Because Fairfax County Public Schools serves zip code 22101, homes in and around zip code 22101 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 22101.
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 and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. 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 22101 data.