DISCOVERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Discovery Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Arlington County Public Schools school district, located in Arlington, VA with about 621 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 38 teachers, Discovery 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.

Discovery Elementary, located in the Williamsburg neighborhood of Arlington, Virginia, is widely recognized as a leader in sustainable educational design. As the first net-zero energy elementary school in the United States, the building itself serves as a "teaching tool," featuring solar panels, geothermal heating and cooling, and energy-efficient architecture that allows students to engage directly with environmental science and conservation concepts in their daily surroundings.

Beyond its innovative facility, Discovery Elementary maintains a strong commitment to academic excellence and a student-centered learning environment. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, fostering curiosity, creativity, and community engagement through a collaborative curriculum. By blending modern, eco-friendly infrastructure with a robust instructional program, Discovery provides an inspiring atmosphere that prepares students to be both academically proficient and environmentally conscious global citizens.

For more information, contact Discovery Elementary at (703) 288-2685 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.