JESSIE THACKREY PRESCHOOL
Jessie Thackrey Preschool is a public prekindergarten school that is part of the Falls Church City Public Schools school district, located in Falls Church, VA with about 69 students. With about 6 teachers, Jessie Thackrey Preschool has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.
Jessie Thackrey Preschool, located in Falls Church, Virginia, is the dedicated early childhood education center within the Falls Church City Public Schools district. The school serves as a specialized environment focused on the developmental needs of young children, offering a curriculum designed to foster foundational academic, social, and emotional skills. By emphasizing play-based learning and interactive instruction, the program aims to prepare students for a successful transition into kindergarten and the broader K-12 educational system.
As an integral part of the local public school system, the preschool is committed to inclusive education and community engagement. It provides a supportive atmosphere where students from diverse backgrounds can explore their interests and build essential learning habits under the guidance of experienced early childhood educators. With a strong emphasis on school-home partnerships, Jessie Thackrey Preschool remains a vital resource for families in the Falls Church area seeking a high-quality, district-supported start to their child’s academic journey.
For more information, contact Jessie Thackrey Preschool at (703) 248-5631 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Falls Church, VA 22046
(703) 248-5631
http://www.fccps.org/jtp/
JESSIE THACKREY PRESCHOOL is a public school in Falls Church, VA with about 69 enrolled students. See other public pre-kindergarten schools in Virginia
School Details
- Level:
- Pre-K & Kindergarten
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Falls Church City Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 69
- Teachers:
- 6
- 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 69 students
- White
- 49.3%
- Two or more races
- 20.3%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 17.4%
- Black or African American
- 7.2%
- Asian
- 5.8%
- Female
- 30.4%
- Male
- 69.6%
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.