Gar-Field High School

Woodbridge, VA 22192

Phone: (703) 730-7000
District: Prince William County Public Schools

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GreatSchools Rating

public • Grades PK,9,10,11,12 • 2530 students

Gar-Field High School, a public school located in Woodbridge, VA, serves grades PK, 9-12 in the Prince William County Public Schools.It has received a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10, based on a variety of school quality measures.

Gar-Field High School is a public school located in Woodbridge, VA. 2530 students attend Gar-Field High School.

School Ratings

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Test Scores 3/10 The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2025 Virginia Standards of Learning data from Virginia Department of Education, and using 2025 Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) End-of-Course data from Virginia Department of Education.
College Readiness 3/10 The College Readiness Rating uses this high school's graduation rates, college entrance exam participation and performance, or AP, IB, or Dual Enrollment participation to determine how well schools are preparing students for success in college and beyond. The College Readiness Rating was created using the following data from the 2021 Civil Rights Data Collection: percentage of students enrolled in IB, AP or Dual Enrollment classes in grades 9-12, using 2025 4-year high school graduation rate data from Virginia Department of Education, using 2025 demographic data from the National Center for Education Statistics, and using 2025 demographic data from Virginia Department of Education.

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great school with great teacher's that help the students by staying after school

Posted: February 14, 2022

The teachers at this school truly care to help students. Students come mostly from low income households and teachers work with them to instill a different mindset - I think this school could be a lot more productive if there was a parent/teacher/admon alliance. Schools face extremely diverse student population and different cultures have different ideas of what a school is. I applaud the teachers though. Go Reds!

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Posted: August 17, 2021

Amazing, just amazing! Loved everything from the teachers to the Administration. Incredible learning environment.

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Posted: September 10, 2020

I would have this school (0) out of (10)

Posted: September 10, 2020

The school doesn’t care about their students

Posted: September 10, 2020

They don’t care about us all they do it have us homework

Posted: September 10, 2020

I disagree they don’t work on their students

Posted: September 10, 2020

There’s no such a thing in Garfield

Posted: September 10, 2020

Every single teacher teaches you the same way and you don’t get anything

Posted: September 10, 2020

Kids bully and fight other kids every day it’s like a normal thing for Garfield

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Great school with amazing teachers who strive for excellence in all their students.

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Posted: February 1, 2018

special needs teacher. Mrs.Ray is sensational. not just passing kids through, she sees potential and challenges kids who have potential, she should be highly commended for her efforts,

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Had a great experience with the world accredited IB program. Teachers were very knowledgeable and helpful with making my.children ready for college.

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this is a great school and its much better than freedom

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Posted: September 24, 2016

Fantastic school! Nothing but positive role models within their leadership. Kids are very kind, energetic, happy, and respectful. Their IB program is outstanding. This school definitely provides a world class education. Wish people would stop criticizing the school and see the phenomenal side of it.

Posted: September 19, 2016

The teachers know what they're teaching to the T, well from my experience and from my fellow students i have heard that the teachers are excellent! Another thing is that the teachers do not treat you as children and do not sugar coat anything which cuts to the point and allows the student to surpass the context that is needing to be learnt without worrying that they'll get it wrong later on.

Posted: September 19, 2016

The school sometimes gives their IB students a bit too much homework, but then again, the student signed up for college courses so its really not very much. Also at the end, you always learn from the homework, and the homework are always great notes, notes that you'll really need.

Posted: September 19, 2016

From being in the IB program, i have experienced that the students are all very honest and fair to both eachother and the teachers. The students are open minded to change and so are the teachers, the teachers are willing to work way past the time that they are required to for the students.

Posted: September 19, 2016

This school is just so amazing! The only bad thing is that they need to have buses available for transfer students earlier than 5:20pm. This school is more spirited than schools such as Freedom. Although Gar-field has a bad reputation, people do indeed misjudge the schools capabilities. Gar-field is very diverse and the teachers all are very kind and hard working, the IB program is truly very beneficial, and the students are very friendly and open minded.

Posted: April 14, 2016

The teachers as well as leadership staff, are focused on the academic development of each student. Responsibility to self and community are additional points of focus that are taught within Gar-Field.

Posted: April 14, 2016

Within the IB program curriculum, there is a great deal of hard work involved. The program is intense and will definitely prepare your child for continued education.

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The IB curriculum, the diversity as well as its leadership team, is second to none. A definite hidden gym, especially if a family is looking for their child to be ready for the next level of higher learning. Their U.S. Marine Corps JROTC program is another top notch and highly regarded program that continues to bring honor to this fine school. Academics are held in high regard at this particular school and parents should take time to contact administration, to schedule a visit.

Posted: July 21, 2014

This school is an interesting mix of culture, dynamics, and people. It is easy to talk down GFHS because of the swirling rumors of teenage pregnancy, ghetto and immature students, and the list goes on and on. In every high school there are good students and bad students and Garfield is no different. The IB program is one of the best in the world and the staff at GFHS provide the best enviroment for the program to succeed. Students come from a plethora of different backgrounds, experiences, and struggles but they unite in a cultural mixing pot of school. I have never felt in danger for my life or others because GFHS is a safe school. The majority of people are well behaved and civilized. It is only when the small percent messes up that the whole school is implicated badly. I wish it wasn't the case but students are adamant about remaininy themselves and the community chooses to remain ignorant and opinionated. It is not perfect but it is sure worth it. I would recommend anyone to try the IB program at Garfield and you will be amazed by the growth and oppurtunities you receive. You choose your own destiny and success, so instead of asking yourself "Should I?" Ask "Can I and will I?

Posted: March 26, 2013

The IB Program at this school definitely contained the rigor and quality of education necessary to prepare me for college. Although I will be going to college to study engineering, the interwoven material learned in each IB class taught me valuable communication skills when speaking and writing. My teachers were all incredibly passionate about their job, went out of their way to help students, and genuinely showed concern for the education of each and every student. The administration consistently keeps the students' interests at heart and regulates the great environment. I can confidently say that I felt safe at school everyday. When I walked in the doors, it was evident I was receiving a quality education. I highly recommend Gar-Field HS and its International Baccalaureate Program to anyone who desires a well-rounded high school education.

Posted: March 26, 2013

Currently I have two children attending this school, one is a Freshman and one is a Senior. I have never had issues with the leadership of the administration at this school. Their teachers are consistently helpful, usually available after school (either on scheduled days or by appointment). The relationship between my children and their teachers is fantastic! Teachers are genuinely concerned about the quality of education my children receive. Additionally, all of their IB teachers must be certified by the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) to be able to teach an IB course. As a result, I feel confident my children are receiving a challenging and fulfilling education.

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