South Lakes High School (FCPS)

What South Lakes High School (FCPS) does

South Lakes High School is a public high school located at 11400 South Lakes Dr., Reston, Virginia, operated within the Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) district under the governance of the Fairfax County School Board. The school serves students in grades 9-12 within its geographic boundary, with enrollment managed through FCPS centralized registration. It operates as an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School offering the Diploma Programme (DP, grades 11-12), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Career-Related Programme (CP), alongside AVID college-readiness support, CTE pathways through FCPS academies, and the STEP transition program for students aged 18-22 with disabilities. The student body draws from over 70 countries, and the school supports 319 staff members across academic, administrative, counseling, and support functions.

The school's technology stack relies on FCPS enterprise systems: Schoology (learning management), Google Workspace, the Student Information System (SIS) for gradebook/attendance, ParentVUE for family access, and the FCPSOn 1:1 laptop program providing each student a device. Notable specialized programs include the Global Classroom virtual cultural exchange with Colegio Sol de Funes in Argentina, Army JROTC, Cappies award-winning Theatre Arts, and over 82 co-curricular and extracurricular activities spanning athletics, fine arts, performing arts, honor societies, and service learning.

The business model is publicly funded education with no tuition charged for standard enrollment. Revenue derives from Fairfax County tax appropriations through FCPS district funding, federal and state education grants, fundraising via PTSA and booster organizations (Seahawk Athletic Boosters, Band Boosters, Parents for Choral Arts), nominal program fees (driver education, parking, meals), and community partnerships. Marketing and outreach rely on a multi-channel approach combining the school website, Twitter, Instagram, News You Choose newsletters, FCPS earned media, PTSA communications, and Reston Chamber of Commerce community engagement. Pricing for ancillary services is minimal — driver education is $30 through FCPS ACE, with parking permits and meal programs as other small revenue streams.

Name

South Lakes High School (FCPS)

Legal name

South Lakes High School

Website

https://southlakeshs.fcps.edu

Company type

Public

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

South Lakes High School is a public IB World School in Reston, Virginia, serving grades 9-12 students within the Fairfax County Public Schools district, offering IB, AVID, CTE, and special education programs funded by county tax revenue with no tuition.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Public Secondary Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public High Schools (EDAJAAAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

International/Global Curriculum Schools (IB, Cambridge, etc.) (EDAJABAG)

Keywords

• Public secondary education
• International Baccalaureate program
• College preparatory curriculum
• Special education transition services
• Student extracurricular activities

Headquarters

HQ city

Reston

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Public Education Funding: South Lakes High School is a public high school funded by Fairfax County Public Schools and Fairfax County government. No tuition is charged for standard enrollment. Additional revenue comes from federal and state education grants, fundraising through the PTSA and booster organizations, and nominal fees for specific programs (driver education, meal programs).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

South Lakes High School is a public high school delivering college-preparatory education to students in grades 9-12 through International Baccalaureate (IB) Programs (MYP, DP, CP), AVID college readiness, CTE pathways, and comprehensive student support services. The school also provides special education transition programming, counseling, library services, and over 82 co-curricular activities. Instruction is free to enrolled students residing within the school's geographic boundary.

Product overview

South Lakes High School offers a comprehensive educational program as part of Fairfax County Public Schools. The school operates as an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School offering the Middle Years Programme (MYP), Diploma Programme (DP), and Career-Related Programme (CP). Core academic programs include AVID college-readiness support, the STEP transition program for students with disabilities, FCPSOn 1:1 device initiative, and the Global Classroom international exchange program. Student support services encompass counseling, college/career planning, library resources, and various testing programs (ACT, PSAT, SAT, IB). The school also participates in FCPS-wide academies and career-technical education programs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• International Baccalaureate (IB) Program Comprehensive IB program offering the Diploma Programme (DP) for grades 11-12, Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Career-Related Programme (CP). Provides college preparation through inquiry-based learning, intercultural understanding, and rigorous academic standards for enrolled high school students.
• Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) College-readiness program for students in the middle with academic potential, providing an elective class with instructional support, trained tutors, guest speakers, and college field trips to prepare students for four-year college enrollment.
• STEP Program (Secondary Transition to Employment Program) Transition program for students aged 18-22 with disabilities earning Special or Modified Standard diplomas, combining community work experience with classroom instruction in employment and independent living skills.
• FCPSOn 1:1 Device Program District-wide initiative providing every high school student access to a computer for learning, with device distribution, technical support, and integration of 21st-century skills development.
• Global Classroom Virtual cultural exchange program connecting South Lakes students with international peers (Colegio Sol de Funes in Argentina) for collaborative projects aligned with IB learner profile attributes and Sustainable Development Goals.
• Driver Education Classroom driver education including the Partners for Safe Teen Driving (PSTD) presentation component required for driver's license documentation.
• Student Services / Counseling Comprehensive counseling department delivering data-driven programs for academic success and social responsibility, including academic advising, college planning, and career center services.
• School Library Services Library services providing resources for IB programs, research support, library catalog access, and partnerships with FCPS library services and Fairfax County Public Library.
• FCPS Academies High school academies within existing schools offering advanced technical and specialized courses integrating career and academic preparation, available at Chantilly, Edison, Fairfax, Falls Church, Marshall, and West Potomac locations.

Quantifiable outcome

• 3 National Merit Semi-Finalists and 9 Commended Students in recent academic year
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• Reston Community PlayersflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 July 2026Historic partnership for Theatre Arts program to present 'Dear Evan Hansen' on South Lakes main stage - an area first for this production.
• Sports Analytics Club ProgramflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 3 June 2026Elite national partnership providing students unprecedented access to AI, data science, and professional sports management through the Sports Analytics Club.
• Reston Chamber of CommercecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerActive partnership with approximately 80 Chamber members volunteering time for Ethics Day at South Lakes. Chamber members support school through donations and participation in educational programs.
• South Lakes Food PantrycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partnership addressing food insecurity among students and families in the Reston community.
• CornerstonescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity organization partnership providing resources and support services to South Lakes students and families.
• Edu-FuturocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducational organization partnership supporting student development and family engagement initiatives.
• Colegio Sol de Funes (Argentina)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGlobal Classroom Project partnership connecting South Lakes Spanish IB students with Argentine peers for virtual cultural exchange and collaborative learning on Sustainable Development Goals.
• South Lakes PTSAcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorParent Teacher Student Association providing advocacy, fundraising, and volunteer support for school programs and activities.
• Seahawk Athletic BoosterscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorParent-run booster organization providing resources to support athletics programs including funding, volunteer coordination, and event support.
• Band BoosterscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorParent-run booster organization supporting band program through fundraising and volunteer efforts.
• Parents for Choral Arts (PCA)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorParent organization supporting choral arts program through advocacy and resources.
• Local Business SupportersminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLocal businesses that support South Lakes through donations and fundraiser support: Chick-fil-A, Chipotle, Glory Days Grill, Honey Baked Ham, Jersey Mike's, Buffalo Wing Factory, Papa John's Pizza, Silver Diner, Starbucks, Reston Community Center.
• FCPS Business and Community Partnerships OfficecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFCPS central office supports school partnerships through Ignite Partnerships program, Collect for Kids school supply drive, and Donations Portal. Has helped secure over $10 million in donations in the last decade.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Herndon High School: Neighboring FCPS public high school in the same Reston-area feeder pattern; similar IB and AVID offerings, comparable staff scale and student demographics.
• McLean High School: FCPS public high school with similar size, curriculum, and college-prep focus; competes for students in the same Northern Virginia geographic corridor.
• Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology: FCPS magnet high school in the same district system; both are public high schools serving Fairfax County families with college-preparatory academic programs and significant district-level recognition.
• Oakton High School: FCPS public high school offering comparable IB and college-preparatory programming to similar Northern Virginia student population within the same district accountability framework.
• Langley High School: FCPS public high school also offering the IB Diploma Programme; comparable college-preparatory focus, similar student demographic, and same district funding and accountability structure.
• George C. Marshall High School: FCPS public high school with overlapping IB and IB Career-Related Programme offerings; comparable size, staffing model, and student demographic profile.
• Fairfax High School: FCPS public high school hosting an FCPS Academy program; comparable college-prep curriculum and serves similar Northern Virginia student base within the same district.

Others

• College Board: Administers SAT, PSAT/NMSQT, and AP programs that South Lakes integrates into its college-planning and testing services; a key ecosystem partner rather than a direct competitor.

Broad incumbents

• International Baccalaureate (IB) Organization: Governing body for the IB programmes that South Lakes delivers; comparable in the sense that the IB framework shapes South Lakes' core academic differentiation and curriculum standards.

Emerging players

• Khan Academy: Free online educational platform offering supplemental K–12 instructional content that intersects with South Lakes' academic mission, particularly for college-prep and self-directed learners.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/southlakeshs
• Instagraminstagram.com/south_lakeshs
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/south-lakes-high-school-fcps

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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