DREW MODEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Drew Model Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Arlington County Public Schools school district, located in Arlington, VA with about 695 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 51 teachers, Drew Model Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Drew Model Elementary School, located in the Nauck neighborhood of Arlington, Virginia, is a unique educational institution within the Arlington Public Schools district. Distinguished by its "Model" designation, the school is known for its focus on providing a structured, academically rigorous environment that emphasizes both core curriculum standards and holistic student development. The school serves a diverse student body, fostering an inclusive community that prioritizes equity, collaboration, and the celebration of individual student achievements.

Beyond traditional classroom instruction, Drew Model is recognized for its commitment to project-based learning and the integration of technology into the daily curriculum. The school maintains strong partnerships with families and the surrounding community, viewing parental involvement as a cornerstone of student success. With a dedicated faculty and staff, Drew Model strives to cultivate a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to become critical thinkers, problem solvers, and engaged global citizens prepared for the challenges of middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact Drew Model Elementary at (703) 228-5825 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

3500 South 23rd Street
Arlington, VA 22206-2501
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DREW MODEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Arlington, VA with about 695 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Virginia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Magnet school:
Yes
Total Students:
695
Teachers:
51.69
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
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 695 students

Hispanic/Latino
31.4%
Black or African American
27.8%
White
26.0%
Asian
7.3%
Two or more races
6.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.9%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
48.3%
Male
51.7%

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.