For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 2,347 students in Clifton, VA.
The top-ranked public high school in Clifton, VA is Centreville High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clifton, VA public high school have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Virginia public high school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 90% (versus the 81% statewide average). High schools in Clifton have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public high schools.
Clifton, VA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the Virginia average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Centreville High School, with 91% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Clifton, VA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Centreville High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 90%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6001 Union Mill Rd
Clifton, VA 20124
(703) 802-5400
Clifton, VA 20124
(703) 802-5400
Gr: 9-12 | 2,347 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Clifton, VA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Clifton, VA include Centreville High School.
How many public high schools are located in Clifton?
1 public high schools are located in Clifton.
What is the racial composition of students in Clifton?
Clifton public high schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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