What types of schools are available in Alexandria, Virginia?

Alexandria, Virginia offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Alexandria, Virginia

Q: How many schools are in Alexandria, Virginia?

There are 55 schools in Alexandria, Virginia, serving 50,153 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Alexandria?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Alexandria, Virginia, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 55 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

50,153

Total Students

Across Alexandria

13.3:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

55 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

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🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)11 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)9 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)0 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 2,108 students at Thomas Jefferson High For Science And Technology.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 6:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Washington Mill Elementary

publicmiddlePK-6

9100 Cherrytree Dr, Alexandria, VA 22309

1205 Waynewood Blvd, Alexandria, VA 22308

7137 Beulah St, Alexandria, VA 22315

publicmiddleGrade 7-8

4700 Franconia Rd, Alexandria, VA 22310

Thomas Jefferson High For Science And Technology

publichighGrade 9-12

6560 Braddock Rd, Alexandria, VA 22312

Woodley Hills Elementary

publicmiddlePK-6

8718 Old Mt Vernon Rd, Alexandria, VA 22309

Virginia Hills Early Childhood Resource Center

publicelementaryPK-PK

6520 Diana Ln, Alexandria, VA 22310

Island Creek Elementary

publicmiddlePK-6

7855 Morning View Ln, Alexandria, VA 22315

James K. Polk Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

5000 Polk Ave, Alexandria, VA 22304

Mount Vernon Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

2601 Commonwealth Ave, Alexandria, VA 22305

William Ramsay Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

5700 Sanger Ave, Alexandria, VA 22311

Naomi L. Brooks Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

600 Russell Rd, Alexandria, VA 22301

Ferdinand T. Day Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

1701 N Beauregard Street, Alexandria, VA 22311

Cora Kelly School For Math Science And Technology

publicelementaryPK-5

3600 Commonwealth Ave, Alexandria, VA 22305

Lyles-Crouch Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

530 S St Asaph St, Alexandria, VA 22314

Francis C. Hammond Middle

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

4646 Seminary Road, Alexandria, VA 22304

George Mason Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

2601 Cameron Mills Rd, Alexandria, VA 22302

Early Childhood Center

publicelementaryPK-PK

5651 Rayburn Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22311

Samuel W. Tucker Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

435 Ferdinand Day Dr, Alexandria, VA 22304

Douglas Macarthur Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

1101 Janneys Ln, Alexandria, VA 22302

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Detailed Overview of Schools in Alexandria

Alexandria, Virginia is home to 55 schools serving over 50,153 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

Schoolary Research Team

Verified with NCES & state education agency data

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Alexandria, Virginia?

There are 55 schools in Alexandria, serving 50,153 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Alexandria?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Alexandria include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Alexandria?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Alexandria is 13.3:1.

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