HENRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Henry Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Arlington County Public Schools school district, located in Arlington, VA with about 661 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 49 teachers, Henry 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.

Patrick Henry Elementary School, located in the Arlington View neighborhood of Arlington, Virginia, is a vibrant public school serving a diverse student population within the Arlington Public Schools (APS) district. The school is known for its commitment to academic excellence and for fostering a supportive, inclusive community that encourages students to become life-long learners. By emphasizing a rigorous curriculum alongside social-emotional development, the school strives to provide a well-rounded educational experience that prepares students for success in their future academic endeavors.

Beyond its core classroom instruction, Patrick Henry Elementary is highly regarded for its community-focused atmosphere and strong parent-teacher collaboration. The school frequently utilizes its location to engage students in learning opportunities that connect them to the broader Arlington community. With a focus on innovative teaching strategies, robust enrichment programs, and a dedication to meeting the individual needs of every child, the school maintains a reputation for being an active, welcoming hub for both local families and students.

For more information, contact Henry Elementary at (703) 228-5820 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

701 S Highland St
Arlington, VA 22204
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HENRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Arlington, VA with about 661 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Virginia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
661
Teachers:
49.86
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
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 661 students

White
38.1%
Hispanic/Latino
32.2%
Asian
12.3%
Black or African American
10.6%
Two or more races
6.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
45.2%
Male
54.8%

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.