Prince William County Public Schools

About the District

Prince William County Public Schools (PWCS), located in Prince William County, Virginia, is the second-largest school division in the Commonwealth and one of the largest and most diverse school systems in the nation, serving more than 90,000 students across nearly 100 schools.

PWCS’s vision is that every student will graduate on time with the knowledge, skills, and habits of mind necessary to create a thriving future for themselves and their community. Its mission is to serve as trusted partners with students, families, and the community while preparing learners to be critical thinkers, responsible digital citizens, innovators, resilient individuals, and global collaborators. The division is deeply committed to equity, inclusion, innovation, and excellence for every student every day.

PWCS students represent a rich tapestry of cultures, languages, and experiences, with a student population that is majority-minority and reflective of the diversity of Northern Virginia. Students benefit from rigorous academic programs, expansive Career and Technical Education pathways, and strong postsecondary planning supports designed to prepare them for college, careers, and civic leadership.

PWCS is joining the Social Mobility Leadership Network to strengthen its commitment to ensuring that every student, regardless of background or circumstance, has access to opportunities that lead to economic mobility, lifelong success, and community impact. Through this network, PWCS seeks to learn from and collaborate with leading districts nationwide to expand pathways, remove barriers, and accelerate outcomes that empower all students to thrive in an increasingly complex world.