Quick answer: South Lakes High School is a Fairfax County public high school at 11400 South Lakes Drive in Reston, VA 20191. It is an International Baccalaureate (IB) school, and the main office number is 703-715-4500. Last verified October 20, 2026.
South Lakes High School at a glance
| School | South Lakes High School, Fairfax County Public Schools |
| Address | 11400 South Lakes Drive, Reston, VA 20191 |
| Main office | 703-715-4500, 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (attendance line 703-715-4545) |
| Principal | Carlos Seward, as listed on the school website |
| Mascot | Seahawks, per the school website |
| Opened | 1978, according to Wikipedia. The school’s own history page is audio and video, so confirm with the school. |
| Website | southlakeshs.fcps.edu |
Academic programs
The school website lists:
- The IB Middle Years Programme, Diploma Programme and Career-Related Programme
- AVID, a college-readiness program, and a counseling team
- An Army JROTC program
- Band, choir, theater and visual arts, plus an adaptive art class that mixes students with and without intellectual disabilities
The school website did not list its AP courses. Ask the school or check its course guide.
Activities and community
The school says it offers over 82 co-curricular and extracurricular activities, and that more than half of students take part in a school-based sport, club or activity. It lists a Best Buddies program and community partners including the South Lakes Food Pantry, Cornerstones, the Reston Chamber of Commerce and Edu-Futuro.
Recognition
The school website reports a 2023-24 Virginia Board of Education Continuous Improvement Award, and 3 National Merit semifinalists and 9 commended students in the year it describes. Check the school for the year each figure covers.
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.
A boundary change to know about
The FCPS plan for Skyview High School moves about 384 current South Lakes students to Skyview, according to FFXnow. The boundary takes effect in 2027-28. Read our Skyview High School guide for the details.
Which homes go to South Lakes? 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. Before you make an offer, enter the exact address in the FCPS Boundary Locator. We can run it with you.
Homes for sale near South Lakes High School
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Ask us for recent sold prices on the exact street you like. We will send them with the boundary check.
South Lakes High School FAQ
Who is the principal of South Lakes High School?
The school website lists Carlos Seward.
Is South Lakes an IB school?
Yes. The school website lists the IB Middle Years, Diploma and Career-Related Programmes.
What is the South Lakes mascot?
The Seahawks, per the school website.
How do I enroll?
Start with the school website or call the main office at 703-715-4500. Enrollment follows your address and FCPS rules.
How do I know if a home is zoned for South Lakes?
Enter the address in the FCPS Boundary Locator above. Do not rely on a listing or a ZIP code.
Talk to Glenn and Gift
Buying near South Lakes High School? Call or text 703-707-0334 or tell us what you are looking for.
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
- South Lakes High School website (home, contact and features pages), checked October 20, 2026
- Wikipedia: South Lakes High School (opening year only)
- FFXnow: Skyview boundaries
- FCPS Boundary Locator
- Virginia School Quality Profiles
