FORT HUNT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Fort Hunt Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Fairfax County Public Schools school district, located in Alexandria, VA with about 592 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 38 teachers, Fort Hunt Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.
Fort Hunt Elementary School, located in the Waynewood area of Alexandria, Virginia, is a public school serving students from prekindergarten through sixth grade as part of the Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) system. Nestled in a stable, residential neighborhood, the school is known for its strong sense of community and long-standing history within the local area. It emphasizes a collaborative educational environment where teachers, staff, and parents work closely together to support student development, academic growth, and social-emotional well-being.
The school prides itself on offering a comprehensive curriculum that balances rigorous academic standards with enrichment opportunities in areas such as fine arts, technology, and physical education. Fort Hunt Elementary benefits from the diverse resources of the FCPS district while maintaining a personalized approach to learning that addresses the individual needs of its student body. With a focus on fostering a safe, inclusive, and encouraging atmosphere, the school aims to prepare its students not only for middle school success but also to be thoughtful and engaged members of their broader community.
For more information, contact Fort Hunt Elementary at (703) 619-2600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Alexandria, VA 22308
(703) 619-2600
FORT HUNT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Alexandria, VA with about 592 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Virginia
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Magnet school:
- Yes
- District:
- Fairfax County Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 592
- Teachers:
- 38.41
- 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 592 students
- White
- 48.5%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 23.5%
- Black or African American
- 20.4%
- Two or more races
- 5.2%
- Asian
- 2.0%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Female
- 52.9%
- Male
- 47.1%
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.