Current housing trends have both families and singles moving away from densely populated cities in a search for better housing opportunities. Locations like Fauquier County, VA have experienced consistent population growth over the past 10 years as millennials and families relocate there for a bigger return on their investment. Despite that, the County remains primarily rural.  

Fauquier County consists of eleven elementary schools, five middle schools, three high schools and an alternative education school. Fauquier County Public Schools ranked in the top tier among fifteen Northern Virginia school divisions, ranking third in science and fifth in writing,  according to the Voice, Vision & Viewpoint article posted on the county’s website.

Curious why families are moving to be in Fauquier County school district? Check out all the academic programs, services and initiatives that are offered in the county.

What kind of Academic Programs and Services are offered in Fauquier County?

• Virginia Preschool Initiative (VPI) – Free preschool program for at-risk four-year-olds is offered, based on family income and family risk factors.
• Full-day Kindergarten – Students who are five years of age or older by September 30 are eligible for enrollment in kindergarten.
• Title I Reading Centers – Screening assessments and additional instruction in reading for children who need more assistance in grades Kindergarten – Fifth.
• Gifted Education Services –  Gifted program provides educational opportunities designed to meet the needs, abilities, and interests of high ability students.
• Career and Technical Educational Services – Encompasses a wide range of opportunities for students to explore and pursue career objectives prior to graduating from high school. Program areas offered include agriculture, business, health and medical sciences, family and consumer sciences, marketing, technology education, trade and industrial education, and military science.
• Special Education Services – Provides special education and related services for children ages 2 through 21 years who have identified disabilities that adversely affect educational performance.

What kind of School Initiatives are offered in Fauquier County?

Fauquier Reaches for Excellence in School Health (FRESH)

• Integrates kinesthetic learning into the teaching of core academic subjects as well as supporting the Physical Education objectives in elementary classrooms.
• Provides and hosts healthy activities and clubs that provide fun opportunities for students to learn about fitness, nutrition, gardening and wellness after school.
• Provides culinary training, nutrition education opportunities and continuous efforts to increase the healthy food choice options in the school cafeterias.

Technology

• Instructional technology helps prepare all students with the skills needed to be successful in this highly competitive, technology-driven environment.

Fauquier Environmental Studies Academy 

• A four-year academy for rising freshmen interested in environmental studies, forestry, game and wildlife, ecology, natural resources, and more.

How does the school system in Fauquier County rank?

According to the Virginia Department of Education and school ranking sites such as Niche:

• There are currently 20 public schools in Fauquier County, serving a little around 11,200 students.
• Student to teacher ratio remains low throughout the system (<20:1).
• The three high schools (Liberty, Kettle Run and Fauquier High) all have a graduation rate of 90 percent or above, and 95.5 percent for the class of 2017.
• Fauquier County high schools rank 16 out of 132 school divisions in Virginia.
• 94.7 percent of the system’s schools are fully accredited.
• Attendance rate is 96 percent across the system.

Niche gave Fauquier County Public Schools an overall grade of A-.

Fauquier County schools offer a variety of sports and extracurricular activities for all ages. Whether your child is interested in theater, rockets, Minecraft or cosmetology, they are sure to find a club that is just right for them. If you are looking for an award-winning science and engineering program, five students from Fauquier County placed at the 2017 VA State Science and Engineering Fair. The extracurricular activities in conjunction with amazing school programs will help to ensure your child has a positive and rewarding school experience.

We encourage you to look further into our area schools and consider them as you make the decision to move. Your children’s education is important, and we want you to know the facts.

For all your real estate needs, please contact Belinda Jacobson-Loehle at Jacobson Realty and Home Staging today.

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