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6 schools in Burke

Virginia · Public K-12

Public K-12 enrollment in Burke totals about 6,185 students across 6 schools (an average of 1031 students per campus).

7-year change in Burke

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
6,185
-14 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
4
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
44%
was 50%
% Hispanic
20%
was 17%
% Black
9%
was 7%
% Asian
18%
was 19%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
ALC at BurkeElementaryN-N·
Burke SchoolElementaryN-N·
Cherry Run ElementaryElementaryPK-06481
Lake Braddock SecondaryHigh07-124,411
Terra Centre ElementaryElementaryPK-06594
White Oaks ElementaryElementaryPK-06699

About Burke

Public education in Burke, Virginia runs across 6 schools that serves roughly 6,185 students. By footprint, Burke sits in the mid-sized bracket.

For a sense of the school types, the city spans 5 elementary, and 1 high.

Average school size in Burke is around 1,031 students, 53% above the Virginia average of about 672.

Looking at the last 7 years. Total public-school enrollment in Burke has remained close to its prior level since SY 2017-18, moving from about 6,199 students to 6,185. The White share of public-school enrollment fell from 50% to 44%.

On this page, the community for Burke discusses comparison threads between local schools and program reviews. Discussions cut across districts, schools, and grade levels.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Burke, Virginia?
There are 6 public K-12 schools in Burke, with a combined enrollment of about 6,185.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Burke?
Burke has 5 elementary, 1 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Burke?
Lake Braddock Secondary is the largest public school in Burke by enrollment, with approximately 4,411 students.
What school districts serve Burke?
Burke public schools are operated by Fairfax County Public Schools.
What grade levels do public schools in Burke cover?
Public schools in Burke serve students from pre-K through grade 12.