Lake Braddock Secondary

9200 Burke Lake Road

Burke, VA 22015

School District

Fairfax County Public Schools
Grade

7-12
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:16
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on January 31, 2025

If you’re looking for a school that nurtures both the mind and the soul, this is the place. With its incredible academic programs, supportive community, well-rounded extracurricular offerings, and commitment to student well-being, it’s no surprise that this school is considered the most perfect. It’s a place where students don’t just learn, they grow, thrive, and become the best versions of themselves. This school is the most perfect destination for your child!There is no vaping or anything.
Submitted by parent on October 12, 2024

My two kids currently attends to Lake Braddock Secondary, their grades are good and they are happy overall.
Submitted by parent on July 03, 2024

As a parent of 2 LBSS graduates in ‘19 and ‘22, I feel the school did an excellent job of preparing our kids for undergrad and graduate school. Like any large public school, we had issues with teachers, kids and societal influences but all were met by admin staff or teachers when prompted. We were engaged parents and that made the difference. LB is a dream maker, if you parents help navigate their kids through this complicated time of your childs life.
Submitted by other on April 12, 2024

This school has a MASSIVE problem with bullying. The students are verbally and mentally abusive to others. I would love to know what administration is doing about bullyin behind the scenese, because nothing is being done up front. Some of the staff shows an difference to a variety of problems.
Submitted by student on November 27, 2023

this school actually sucks, it has zero respect for mental health, if you tell the truth about your mental health, you get nothing but bad counselors trying to act as therapists but are basically just telling you to "man up" and take it. the counselors and staff at this school do really the bare minimum, its sad. the teachers at this school 9/10 times are rude and disrespectful. why should i get in trouble for something as simple as asking to go to the bathroom? the teachers also 9/10 cant teach that well. this school is just a disappointment.
Submitted by student on October 17, 2023

This is a rather large school (4300 students and 400 staff as of 2023). I think if a student doesn’t mind navigating and cutting through large crowds, can be efficient with their time, is responsible enough to not engage in some of the activities their peers do, and would like to be part of a diverse community, they will be well off when they walk in on their first day.
Submitted by student on September 24, 2023

This schools is literally a child’s worst nightmare. Too much fight, bullying, kids smoking in the bathrooms 24/7 and all the admins do for the kids caught smoking is put it on their SIS account and that’s it. The schools doesn’t care about the students mental health at all and don’t do anything about the bullying, it’s actually getting out of control. All they do is push you in honors and education but never once think that maybe the reason why kids are smoking or bullying others is because of mental health. I 100% don’t recommend this school. And this is only my 2nd year here and it hasn’t gone any better. Kids skip class almost every time. Administrators don’t do anything, they think calling their parents will solve it but it clearly doesn’t
Submitted by parent on May 15, 2023

This is our first year at Lake Braddock Secondary. We were told Fairfax County schools were great. The ratings seemed to back that up, however, that hasn't been the case. My child comes home and says while the teachers are attempting to teach, class is so distributive that they barely get anything accomplished, and the students doing the disrupting aren't being removed from the class. The week after SOLs were complete, her 7th grade classed watched Boss Baby instead of going over weaknesses or review of anything learned from the pervious weeks. I do not feel my child is getting challenged or taught at a 7th grade level, aside from her History and Math classes. Not to mention the three "safety concerns" over individuals bringing guns of some form to school and one texting friends he was going to "shoot up the school". No update from the administration on any repercussions.
Submitted by student on February 07, 2023

Most teachers are nice. I don't have anything to complain about.
Submitted by student on September 27, 2022

The majority of teachers are kind and helpful with students. But the administration is the worst I've ever seen. SA, bullying, and harassment runs wild in this school and online racism, homophobia and transphobia is very common. There is no help for students suffering with mental illness and most students give up because the school doesn't care. Clubs and Sports are a good mix and probably the best thing about this school. I hate this school and I wouldn't recommend it to anyone unless they are fully prepared.
Submitted by parent on November 14, 2021

I have a freshman and a sophomore enrolled who also attended the middle school. Great school overall, with awesome programs and teachers. Academically, the honors program is rigorous and the AP program appears to be challenging (my oldest hasn't taken an AP test yet to confirm). The music program is second to none - I have one kid in orchestra and the community they built is outstanding. The sports program is amazing, one of my kids joined cross-county and has blossomed and continued with indoor track, partly because of the good-natured and kind kids but also due to a great coach. My other kid tried out for swimming but didn't make it - super fast team, kids from Nation's Capitol and other clubs didn't make it in - but the coach encouraged trying out next year. My kid's likely to join crew instead this year. Overall, options and more options to grow. It's not a fire and forget school - you need to stay on top of politically sensitive issues that the county tries to throw your way and decide what's best for your kid / you need to stay on top of your kid's social choices and all kids seem to have cells (not mine - yet). If your kid is into STEM, you need to stay on top of options (science/chemistry olympiad, clubs, etc.) to enhance their experience. If your kid is struggling with a subject (e.g. math), you need to stay on top of tutoring or deciding whether to tone it from honors to general education. I guess my only ding for Lake Braddock is that counselors will not hold your kid's hand through these tough decision or even identify the problems. It's not like a private school, but if you're willing to supplement the extra guidance you get a heck of a deal!
Submitted by parent on June 14, 2021

Good staff overall, but many aging teachers are kept on in spite of poor performance. This school has gone down hill over the past several years. The focus has shifted from teaching our kids solid foundations of math, science, history and English, to a politically correct mush of mediocrity. Independent though is discouraged and stifled. Leadership is weak and politically motivated.
Submitted by parent on October 08, 2020

One of the best sports programs in the county
Submitted by parent on July 09, 2018

This school and teachers where great in preparing my son for college. He was a little behind after moving from CA. He caught up very quickly and was more than ready college life. I also want to say how happy we where with the JROTC program. My son was in this program for 3 years and it was a great experience for him. I never had a bad experience from a teacher or staff member. Would highly recommend!
Submitted by student on June 12, 2018

Great with test scores. Horrible at logical administration and taking care of student well being
Submitted by parent on May 26, 2018

I love this school. The teachers and support staff care for the students and students are pushed to excel.
Submitted by parent on November 05, 2017

9- We are a military family, and this school is amazing! The help I received from the office whilst enrolling my student was beyond helpful. The teachers reach out to the parents, good or bad! I love the parent teacher communication! The teachers want these kids to understand and grow in their classrooms and it shows!
Submitted by other on February 15, 2017

Lake Braddock is a large school with tons of opportunity. Our kids have had some truly wonderful teachers here. All the staff we have had interaction with have been responsive, courteous and caring. We feel our kids will be well prepared for college as the academics are rigorous. With being a such a large school, everyone seems to find something they enjoy to become involved in. We have had a student at LBSS for each of the last three years.
Submitted by parent on November 01, 2016

Very disappointed about this school. My expectation was high. Students are very rude. Some of the teachers and admin office staff are not polite. Some teachers are not honest. So sad as a parent to see and hear all bad things about this school. I hope this first year goes fast.
Submitted by parent on January 28, 2015

I went to Lake Braddock for 7th and 8th grade during the mid 90's. Excellent school and the teachers truly care.