Top Schools in Vienna
Highest-performing schools based on SOL pass rates and academic outcomes (2024)
James Madison High School
Top-performing school
Thoreau Middle School
Top school in Vienna
Wolftrap Elementary
Top school in Vienna
What This Means for Home Buyers
Homes near top-performing schools in Vienna command premiums. The best agents in Vienna know which streets feed into which school zones, and that knowledge can save you tens of thousands of dollars. The median home price in Vienna is $960K. Homes within the best school boundaries often sell above that median.
With an "Excellent" school rating and a 92% pass rate, Vienna attracts families willing to compete. Expect multiple offers near schools like James Madison High School. Working with an agent who understands these zones is not optional; it is essential.
Homes near James Madison High School and Thoreau Middle School average just 12 days on market. If schools are a priority for your family, start your search in those zones.
Commute from Vienna
Vienna parents: 25-min drive to downtown, 1 Metro line nearby.
25 min drive
Rush-hour drive to downtown
Vienna/Fairfax-GMU
Nearest Metro (0.8 mi)
Major Highways
I-66, Rt 123, Rt 29
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How Do Vienna Schools Compare?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best schools in Vienna, VA?
Top schools in Vienna include James Madison High School, Thoreau Middle School, Wolftrap Elementary. Vienna schools have a 92% average SOL pass rate, earning a "Excellent" quality rating from smover.
How do Vienna schools compare to Arlington?
Vienna schools have a 92% 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 Vienna know which streets feed into which schools.
Are Vienna schools worth the higher home prices?
Vienna has a median home price of $960K. Homes near top-performing schools like James Madison 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 Vienna, VA in?
Vienna is served by Vienna Public Schools (or the surrounding county system). Top schools include James Madison High School and Thoreau Middle School. smover verifies agents in Vienna 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.