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#32 of 1,851 schools in VA

Top 2% in state

Tuckahoe Elementary

Elementary School · Arlington County Public Schools

6550 26th St N, Arlington, VA 22213

Enrollment

453

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

9.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#32 of 1,851

In Arlington

#6 of 36

public schools

In district

#6 of 36

Arlington County Public Schools

School environment

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Tuckahoe Elementary

9.2/10

Elementary School in Arlington · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Discovery Elementary

9.1/10

Arlington, VA. Compare side by side with Tuckahoe Elementary before ruling this option in or out.

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9.5/10

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About Tuckahoe Elementary

Tuckahoe Elementary is a public elementary school in Arlington, VA, part of Arlington County Public Schools. Tuckahoe Elementary serves approximately 453 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Tuckahoe Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #32 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for Tuckahoe Elementary show 91% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.9 pts above district
  • This school 9.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.3
  • VA avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency96% (2025 SOL)
Reading/ELA Proficiency95% (2025 SOL)
Math vs. State Avg+22.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+19.3 pts
Overall Proficiency96% (2025 SOL, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)89% (model expectation from 2025 SOL)
vs. Expected+6.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile87th
Resources & Environment9.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,424
Chronic Absenteeism1.8%

Tuckahoe Elementary — Students at Tuckahoe Elementary score 96% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 89%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

3.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 91.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
73.5% (2025 SOL)
ELA Proficiency 92.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
72.2% (2025 SOL)

Based on 33 test records from VA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
97%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
94%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
91%
ELA
91%
2013
Math
90%
ELA
89%
2014
Math
93%
ELA
95%
2015
Math
89%
ELA
92%
2016
Math
92%
ELA
93%
2017
ELA
92%
2018
Math
95%
ELA
94%
2019
Math
95%
ELA
94%
2020*
Math
78%
ELA
85%
2021*
Math
78%
ELA
85%
2025
Math
96%
ELA
94.8%

* 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: 9.0/10.

How Tuckahoe Elementary Compares

See how Tuckahoe Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.2/10
98th percentile in VA
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
9.9/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
3%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
1.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

6550 26th St N, Arlington, VA 22213

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Tuckahoe Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Nottingham Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Haycock Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Falls Church), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Discovery Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Arlington, see our Arlington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
BISHOP DENIS J. OCONNELL HIGH SCHOOL Arlington 0.2 mi 5.9
Nottingham Elementary Arlington 0.7 mi 9.5
Jessie Thackrey Preschool Falls Church 0.9 mi 5.4
FALLS CHURCH EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Falls Church 1.0 mi
RIVENDELL SCHOOL Arlington 0.9 mi 4.2
Haycock Elementary Falls Church 1.1 mi 9.1
Cardinal Elementary Arlington 1.0 mi 8.7
Arlington Traditional Arlington 1.2 mi 8.9
Discovery Elementary Arlington 1.3 mi 9.1
ACTON ACADEMY FALLS CHURCH Falls Church 1.1 mi
Williamsburg Middle Arlington 1.3 mi 9.5
ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Falls Church 1.2 mi 5.8
Yorktown High Arlington 1.2 mi 8.6
Mount Daniel Elementary Falls Church 1.2 mi 5.7
Swanson Middle Arlington 1.3 mi 7.8
Longfellow Middle Falls Church 1.4 mi 8.6
BROOKSFIELD SCHOOL Mclean 1.7 mi
Bailey's Upper Elementary School for the Arts and Sciences Falls Church 1.7 mi 5.2
Oak Street Elementary Falls Church 1.4 mi 7.8
Chesterbrook Elementary Mclean 1.8 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 22213 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$169,201

Median Home Value

$1,049,500

Median Rent

$3,501/mo

Population

4,063

College Educated

74.7%

Homeownership

69.3%

Avg Commute

29 min

Poverty Rate

2.8%

Median Age

41.2

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Brownsville Elementary Crozet, VA 9.2
Harrington Waddell Elementary Lexington, VA 9.2
Southside Elementary Blairs, VA 9.2
Windsor Woods Elementary Virginia Beach, VA 9.2
Colonial Elementary Troutville, VA 9.1
Discovery Elementary Arlington, VA 9.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Tuckahoe Elementary

What grades does Tuckahoe Elementary serve?

Tuckahoe Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Tuckahoe Elementary?

Tuckahoe Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 453 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Tuckahoe Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Tuckahoe Elementary is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Tuckahoe Elementary rank in VA?

Tuckahoe Elementary ranks #32 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is Tuckahoe Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Tuckahoe Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 Tuckahoe Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Tuckahoe Elementary has 91% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Tuckahoe Elementary a charter school?

No, Tuckahoe Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Tuckahoe Elementary a Title I school?

No, Tuckahoe Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tuckahoe Elementary?

3.3% of students at Tuckahoe 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
49 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
61 Good Transit
Bike Score
76 Very Bikeable

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Compare This School

How does Tuckahoe Elementary stack up?

Discovery Elementary
9.1
Nottingham Elementary
9.5
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
453
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
3.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Arlington County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
1.8%

District

Arlington County Public Schools
District Enrollment
27,508
Schools in District
42
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,424
District Rank
#6 of 36

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