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#1346 of 1,851 schools in VA
Mount Vernon Elementary
Elementary School · Alexandria City Public Schools
2601 Commonwealth Ave, Alexandria, VA 22305
Enrollment
902
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
902
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Virginia schools
#1,346 of 1,851
In Alexandria
#32 of 55
public schools
In district
#11 of 18
Alexandria City Public Schools
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About Mount Vernon Elementary
Mount Vernon Elementary is a public elementary school in Alexandria, VA, part of Alexandria City Public Schools. Mount Vernon Elementary serves approximately 902 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Vernon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,346 of 1,851 schools in VA.
Structured state assessment records for Mount Vernon Elementary show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- VA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Mount Vernon Elementary — Students at Mount Vernon Elementary score 60% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 77%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)
Based on 33 test records from VA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.2/10.
How Mount Vernon Elementary Compares
See how Mount Vernon Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2601 Commonwealth Ave, Alexandria, VA 22305
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mount Vernon Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ALEXANDRIA COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GRACE EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Oakridge Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Arlington), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Alexandria, see our Alexandria schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 22305 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$109,124
Median Home Value
$817,200
Median Rent
$1,902/mo
Population
17,721
College Educated
59.1%
Homeownership
33.4%
Avg Commute
28.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Median Age
33.8
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| Appomattox Primary Appomattox, VA | 5.0 |
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| Conway Elementary Fredericksburg, VA | 5.0 |
| Cougar Elementary Manassas Park, VA | 5.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mount Vernon Elementary
What grades does Mount Vernon Elementary serve?
Mount Vernon Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Mount Vernon Elementary?
Mount Vernon Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 902 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Vernon Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mount Vernon Elementary is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mount Vernon Elementary rank in VA?
Mount Vernon Elementary ranks #1,346 of 1,851 schools in VA.
What is Mount Vernon Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mount Vernon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Mount Vernon Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mount Vernon Elementary has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Mount Vernon Elementary a charter school?
No, Mount Vernon Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mount Vernon Elementary a Title I school?
No, Mount Vernon Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mount Vernon Elementary?
48.1% of students at Mount Vernon Elementary 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 902
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Alexandria city
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.3%
- Phone
- (703) 706-4460
Resources & Links
District
Alexandria City Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 16,406
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,716
- District Rank
- #11 of 18
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