W.T. Woodson is Amongst the Best High Schools in Northern Virginia

W.T. Woodson High School students earned SAT scores and AP participation to place them fifth among Northern Virginia public high schools.

Former Principal Robert Elliot, describes Woodson as a school focused on the 4A’s, that is, academics, activities, arts, and athletics. This commitment to the 4A’s can be seen with the tripling in size of their visual arts program. An example of Woodson’s athletic prowess would be the fact that their athletes have won a state championship each year.

Facts about W.T. Woodson High School

• Current Principal is Jeff Yost

• Was established in 1962

• 75 percent of Woodson’s staff has masters’ degrees

• 4 percent of Woodson’s staff holds a doctorate or J.D.

• Woodson’s mascot is the Cavaliers

• Woodson holds monthly presentations to instill their core values in the student body

• Has a comprehensive Advanced Placement (AP) program which offers 25 courses

• Has an Honors Program for highly motivated students with skills in mathematics, science, English, and social studies

• Median GPA for the Class of 2014 was 3.514

• 77.9 percent of Woodson’s 2014 graduating class have 4 year college plans

• 17.9 percent of Woodson’s 2014 graduating class have 2 year college plans

• Woodson’s class of 2014 had 11 National Merit Semi-Finalists

• Is located at 9525 Main Street Fairfax, Virginia 22031

Works Cited

“1.” FCPS . N.p., n.d. Web. 1 Apr. 2014. .

Maxwell, Jan, and Forest Spencer. “Top High Schools.” Northern Virginia Magazine RSS. N.p., n.d. Web. 25 Mar. 2014. .

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