ASHLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Ashlawn Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Arlington County Public Schools school district, located in Arlington, VA with about 689 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 43 teachers, Ashlawn Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.
Ashlawn Elementary School, located in the Bluemont neighborhood of Arlington, Virginia, is a vibrant public school serving students in grades Pre-K through 5. As part of the Arlington Public Schools (APS) system, Ashlawn is known for its strong sense of community and its commitment to fostering an inclusive, student-centered learning environment. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, balancing rigorous academic standards with social-emotional learning to ensure that students are prepared for the challenges of middle school and beyond.
A defining feature of Ashlawn is its commitment to environmental stewardship and outdoor learning, often integrated into its curriculum through the use of school gardens and local habitats. The school benefits from an active and engaged PTA, which supports various enrichment programs, cultural events, and community-building activities that keep families deeply involved in the school experience. With a focus on diversity, innovation, and academic excellence, Ashlawn Elementary maintains a reputation as a nurturing neighborhood school that prioritizes both the intellectual and personal growth of every student.
For more information, contact Ashlawn Elementary at (703) 228-5270 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Arlington, VA 22205
(703) 228-5270
ASHLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Arlington, VA with about 689 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Virginia
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Arlington County Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 689
- Teachers:
- 43.47
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 689 students
- White
- 56.3%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 17.3%
- Asian
- 12.0%
- Two or more races
- 9.3%
- Black or African American
- 4.4%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.6%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 48.9%
- Male
- 51.1%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.