Quick answer: Langley High School is a Fairfax County public high school at 6520 Georgetown Pike in McLean, VA 22101. It opened on September 2, 1965. The main office number is 703-287-2700. Last verified October 20, 2026.
Langley High School at a glance
| School | Langley High School, Fairfax County Public Schools |
| Address | 6520 Georgetown Pike, McLean, VA 22101 |
| Main office | 703-287-2700 (attendance line 703-287-2727) |
| Principal | Lawrence Stroud, as listed on the school website |
| Website | langleyhs.fcps.edu |
Academic programs
The school website lists:
- The Advanced Placement program and dual enrollment
- Academies and specialized courses
- Career and Technical Education, mathematics, science, fine arts and world languages departments
- An online campus and summer school
The school posts a school profile for 2023-24 with course and student detail. Support groups include the Langley Boosters and the PTSA. Athletics, clubs, honor societies and a student newspaper have their own pages.
A short history
Langley opened to students on September 2, 1965. Construction began in September 1964, cost $2.8 million and was finished after the school year started. The school’s history page says it opened as an integrated school in the final year of Fairfax County’s desegregation process and was the first public school in the county built with central air conditioning. During planning it was called Potomac View High School, and the School Board chose “Langley” to reflect its location. Elam K. Hertzler was the first principal. Source: the school’s history page.
Enrollment and school data
For state accreditation and performance data, see the school’s Virginia School Quality Profile and ask the school for its current enrollment. Different sites rate schools with different methods, so compare sources and dates before drawing conclusions.
Which homes go to Langley? Check by address
Living near a school does not mean a home is assigned to it. Assignments follow FCPS attendance boundaries, not ZIP codes, street names or distance, and boundaries can change, including a 2021 change affecting the Langley and McLean areas. Before you make an offer, enter the exact address in the FCPS Boundary Locator. We can run it with you.
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Langley High School FAQ
Who is the principal of Langley High School?
The school website lists Lawrence Stroud.
When did Langley High School open?
September 2, 1965, per the school’s history page.
Why is it called Langley?
During planning it was called Potomac View High School. The School Board chose Langley to reflect the school’s location.
How do I enroll?
Start with the school website or call the main office at 703-287-2700. Enrollment follows your address and FCPS rules.
How do I know if a home is zoned for Langley?
Enter the address in the FCPS Boundary Locator above. Do not rely on a listing or a ZIP code.
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This guide is independent information from Twenty-Three Homes. We are not affiliated with Fairfax County Public Schools. School programs, staff, data and attendance boundaries change. Confirm with FCPS. This is general information, not legal or financial advice.
Sources
- Langley High School website (home and history pages), checked October 20, 2026
- FCPS Boundary Locator
- Virginia School Quality Profiles
