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#1235 of 1,851 schools in VA
Jessie Thackrey Preschool
School · Falls Church City Public Schools
201 N Cherry Street, Falls Church, VA 22046
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 23 schools in Falls Church. Learn more
Enrollment
75
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
75
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Virginia schools
#1,235 of 1,851
In Falls Church
#14 of 26
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
Falls Church City Public Schools
School environment
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Jessie Thackrey Preschool
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About Jessie Thackrey Preschool
Jessie Thackrey Preschool is a public school in Falls Church, VA, part of Falls Church City Public Schools. Jessie Thackrey Preschool serves approximately 75 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Jessie Thackrey Preschool has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,235 of 1,851 schools in VA.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 75 students, Jessie Thackrey Preschool is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
22.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Jessie Thackrey Preschool Compares
See how Jessie Thackrey Preschool performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
201 N Cherry Street, Falls Church, VA 22046
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jessie Thackrey Preschool may also want to explore other schools in the area. Nottingham Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Arlington), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tuckahoe Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Arlington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Haycock Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Falls Church, see our Falls Church schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FALLS CHURCH EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Falls Church | 0.3 mi | — |
| Tuckahoe Elementary Arlington | 0.9 mi | 9.2 |
| ACTON ACADEMY FALLS CHURCH Falls Church | 0.8 mi | — |
| BISHOP DENIS J. OCONNELL HIGH SCHOOL Arlington | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Falls Church | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Bailey's Upper Elementary School for the Arts and Sciences Falls Church | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Oak Street Elementary Falls Church | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Arlington Traditional Arlington | 1.0 mi | 8.9 |
| CONGRESSIONAL SCHOOL Falls Church | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Mount Daniel Elementary Falls Church | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Haycock Elementary Falls Church | 1.7 mi | 9.1 |
| Cardinal Elementary Arlington | 1.4 mi | 8.7 |
| Nottingham Elementary Arlington | 1.6 mi | 9.5 |
| Sleepy Hollow Elementary Falls Church | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Westlawn Elementary Falls Church | 1.6 mi | 3.2 |
| Swanson Middle Arlington | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| RIVENDELL SCHOOL Arlington | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Justice High Falls Church | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Falls Church | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Longfellow Middle Falls Church | 2.1 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 22046 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$175,446
Median Home Value
$963,600
Median Rent
$2,216/mo
Population
18,117
College Educated
76.2%
Homeownership
60.8%
Avg Commute
27.5 min
Poverty Rate
3.3%
Median Age
40.7
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jessie Thackrey Preschool
What grades does Jessie Thackrey Preschool serve?
Jessie Thackrey Preschool serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Jessie Thackrey Preschool?
Jessie Thackrey Preschool has an enrollment of approximately 75 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jessie Thackrey Preschool?
The student-teacher ratio at Jessie Thackrey Preschool is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jessie Thackrey Preschool rank in VA?
Jessie Thackrey Preschool ranks #1,235 of 1,851 schools in VA.
What is Jessie Thackrey Preschool's MySchoolScout rating?
Jessie Thackrey Preschool has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Jessie Thackrey Preschool a charter school?
No, Jessie Thackrey Preschool is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jessie Thackrey Preschool a Title I school?
No, Jessie Thackrey Preschool is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jessie Thackrey Preschool?
22.7% of students at Jessie Thackrey Preschool qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 75
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 22.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Falls Church city
- Phone
- (703) 248-5631
Resources & Links
District
Falls Church City Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 2,610
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,047
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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