Fast Facts in FCPS
2021-22
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These numbers, percentages, and estimates are a snapshot of fluid totals. We update them in October and February each school year. *
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Schools & programs
- Elementary schools: 37
- Middle schools: 12
- High schools: 6
- Technical centers: 3
- Specialized & magnet programs: 6
- Alternative support programs: 6
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Student population
- Elementary schools (grades K-5): 18,467
- Middle schools (grades 6-8): 9,473
- High schools (grades 9-12): 12,610
- Other (preschool & over age 18): 979
- Total students enrolled: 41,529
Rev. February 2022
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District diversity
- White: 45.9 percent
- Black: 23.4 percent
- Hispanic: 19.1 percent
- Asian: 4.9 percent
- Students classified as English Learners (EL): 6,007
- Native languages spoken by EL students: 90+
- Students classified for Special Education: 4,877
Rev. February 2022
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In the cafeterias
- Breakfasts served (daily average): 13,236
- Lunches served (daily average): 26,216
- Students who qualify for free/reduced meals: 49.5 percent
Rev. February 2022
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On the school buses
- Student rides (daily estimates): AM 16,800; PM 19,800
- Routes: 1,500
- Buses on the road: 257
- Miles traveled (daily est.): 16,869
- Annual miles (est.): 2.9 million
Rev. October 2021 (only updated in the fall)
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FCPS employees
- Support and administrative staff: 2,594
- Full-time teachers: 3,050
- Teachers with advanced degrees: 2,410
- Teachers with National Board Certification: 180
- Beginning teacher's salary: $43,280
- Average teacher's salary: $61,496
Rev. October 2021 (only updated in the fall)
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District finances
- 2021-22 working budget: $622.1 million
- 2020-21 per-pupil spending: $17,732
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