School Overview
Yorktown High School, located in the Cherrydale neighborhood of Arlington, Virginia, is a prominent public secondary school within the Arlington Public Schools (APS) district. Known for its rigorous academic environment and strong sense of community, the school serves a diverse student body and offers a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, specialized academic programs, and extracurricular opportunities. The campus is characterized by a modern facility designed to support collaborative learning, reflecting the district’s commitment to integrating technology and innovative teaching practices into the classroom.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Yorktown High is highly regarded for its robust athletics program and vibrant student life, which includes numerous clubs, arts initiatives, and service organizations. The school places a heavy emphasis on fostering a supportive environment that encourages personal growth and civic responsibility, often partnering with the local Arlington community to provide students with real-world learning experiences. With its central location and long-standing reputation for excellence, Yorktown remains a cornerstone of the Arlington educational system, consistently striving to prepare its students for success in higher education and the global workforce.
2,593
Total Students
139.4
Full-Time Teachers
18.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
13.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Yorktown High
Demographic Student Count
White1,509
Hispanic500
Black150
Asian208
Two or More224
American Indian2
  • White
    1,509 (58.2%)
  • Hispanic
    500 (19.3%)
  • Two or More
    224 (8.6%)
  • Asian
    208 (8.0%)
  • Black
    150 (5.8%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Arlington County Public Schools
Phone: (703)228-5400
Website: http://apsva.us/yhs/site/default.asp
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 2,593
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 139.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 306
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 43
Grades Taught
Grade 9 673
Grade 10 608
Grade 11 649
Grade 12 663

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Yorktown High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9673
Grade 10608
Grade 11649
Grade 12663
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Yorktown High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1,22547.2%
Male1,36852.8%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)