JEFFERSON-HOUSTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Jefferson-Houston Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Alexandria City Public Schools school district, located in Alexandria, VA with about 637 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 54 teachers, Jefferson-Houston Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Jefferson-Houston Elementary School, located at 1501 Cameron Street in Alexandria, Virginia, serves as a central educational hub within the Alexandria City Public Schools (ACPS) district. Historically a pre-K through 8th-grade institution, the school has undergone significant structural and administrative transformations over the last decade, including the construction of a modern facility designed to foster a collaborative learning environment. The school is situated in the historic Old Town area, reflecting the diverse cultural and socioeconomic fabric of the surrounding community.

Academically, Jefferson-Houston focuses on providing a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes literacy, mathematics, and science, often incorporating specialized programs to meet the diverse needs of its student population. The school is known for its commitment to inclusive education and its efforts to implement targeted interventions to support student achievement. By maintaining a focus on both rigorous academic standards and social-emotional development, the school strives to prepare its students for the transition to high school while cultivating a supportive community atmosphere.

For more information, contact Jefferson-Houston Elementary at (703) 706-4400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.