Top Schools in Arlington
Highest-performing schools based on SOL pass rates and academic outcomes (2024)
Yorktown High School
Top-performing school
Washington-Liberty High School
Top school in Arlington
Williamsburg Middle School
Top school in Arlington
Taylor Elementary
Top school in Arlington
What This Means for Home Buyers
Homes near top-performing schools in Arlington command premiums. The best agents in Arlington know which streets feed into which school zones, and that knowledge can save you tens of thousands of dollars. The median home price in Arlington is $750K. Homes within the best school boundaries often sell above that median.
With an "Excellent" school rating and a 89% pass rate, Arlington attracts families willing to compete. Expect multiple offers near schools like Yorktown High School. Working with an agent who understands these zones is not optional; it is essential.
Homes near Yorktown High School and Washington-Liberty High School average just 10 days on market. If schools are a priority for your family, start your search in those zones.
Commute from Arlington
Arlington parents: 15-min drive to downtown, 4 Metro lines nearby.
15 min drive
Rush-hour drive to downtown
Rosslyn
Nearest Metro (0.3 mi)
Major Highways
I-66, I-395, Rt 50
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How Do Arlington Schools Compare?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best schools in Arlington, VA?
Top schools in Arlington include Yorktown High School, Washington-Liberty High School, Williamsburg Middle School, Taylor Elementary. Arlington schools have a 89% average SOL pass rate, earning a "Excellent" quality rating from smover.
How do Arlington schools compare to Alexandria?
Arlington schools have a 89% SOL pass rate with a "Excellent" quality tier. Compare school quality, home prices, and commute times across neighboring cities on smover's comparison pages. School zone boundaries matter: the best agents in Arlington know which streets feed into which schools.
Are Arlington schools worth the higher home prices?
Arlington has a median home price of $750K. Homes near top-performing schools like Yorktown High School often command premiums above that median. For families, school quality is one of the strongest predictors of long-term home value. The right agent can help you find value pockets within the best school zones.
What school district is Arlington, VA in?
Arlington is served by Arlington Public Schools (or the surrounding county system). Top schools include Yorktown High School and Washington-Liberty High School. smover verifies agents in Arlington by real sales data, so you can find someone who specializes in the school zones that matter to your family.
School data from Virginia DOE, Maryland MSDE, and DC OSSE public reports (2024). Enrichment data from the Urban Institute Education Data Portal. Updated annually.