Jefferson-Houston PreK-8 IB is an award-winning school located on the west side of Alexandria's Old Town. It is an International Baccalaureate World School using an inquiry-based and student-centered teaching approach. Jefferson-Houston PreK-8 IB is also an Advancement Via Individual Determination, or AVID, school, using a support program to prepare students for college. The school also has educational opportunities for talented and gifted children. Special education students and English language learners also have programs to align with their individual needs.
As a Jefferson-Houston Jaguar, children will learn lessons beyond what is covered in a textbook. Students can participate in an array of programs such as book buddies, environmental club and Student Government Association. The school hosts numerous events throughout the year, including a Winter Concert consisting of the school's orchestra, band, and chorus. There is also the Hour of Code event, a national program that empowers students to learn about computer science.
Teachers encourage and recognize those who are respectful, responsible, safe, and exhibit their personal best. Every month there is a special event to honor the students who have demonstrated the four positive behavioral interventions and supports, known as PBIS, expectations.
Jefferson-Houston Elementary School
Public Pre-K, Elementary, Middle School
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Grade Pre-K-8
1501 Cameron St,
Alexandria City, VA
Alexandria City Public Schools
School Details
Head of School
Christopher Phillips
Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Math Proficiency
41%
Reading Proficiency
54%
Niche Grade
C
C+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
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Reading Proficiency
54%
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Math Proficiency
41%
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Teachers
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Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers
56
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Full Time Teachers
56
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Teachers in First or Second Year
15.9%
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GreatSchools Rating
1
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
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Students Per Counselor
652:1
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Student Diversity
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Female
53.2%
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Male
46.8%
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Black
47%
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White
25.1%
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Hispanic
20%
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Two or more races
5.1%
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Asian or Pacific Islander
1.8%
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Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
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Native American
<1%
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Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
2/19/2023
Nice teachers and community. However academically not a challenge even in the talented and gifted program. We moved on to a different school system entirely and grateful that we did. An entirely different league at our school. If you want nice go to Jefferson Houston and if you want nice and an academically challenging program move out of ACPS.
GreatSchools Reviews
9/30/2023
We moved from Orange County in California and we are overwhelmingly pleased with Jefferson Houston. We see our children thriving. The principal knows and greets all students by their first name! The classes are small allowing teachers to give attentive care. The electives are once a week! In Califor...
5/12/2023
I was nervous in general about sending my daughter to school but JH has really helped. The teachers have really helped her adjust to a big school and new environment. They are really responsive to our concerns and have encouraged my daughter to blossom. I love the diversity and friendliness of every...
2/15/2023
I have atwo children at Jefferson-Houston. Both kids are doing amazing. They love school, their teachers, and love learning. My older one is well above grade level in reading and math, and is in TAG for both. My younger one is excelling in reading and math - when he first started kindergarten, he re...
2/13/2023
Not an academically competitive school at all. Our bar is set high for our child. We sold our big home and relocated to a smaller home in a different city and never looked back. The sacrifice all worth it.
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Average Home Value
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Median Lot Size
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Median Age
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Jefferson-Houston Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-8 in Alexandria City, VA and is served by the Alexandria City Public Schools in Virginia. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 587 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 10:1. Academic records show that 41% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 54% are proficient in reading. Jefferson-Houston Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C and a GreatSchools Rating of 2 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $845,713. Discover additional schools in the area, like Governor's Health Science Academy, Alexandria City High School, T. C. Williams High School Minnie Howard Campus, and more. Learn more about what Alexandria City has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Jefferson-Houston Elementary School.