What grades does Alexandria City High School serve?

Alexandria City High School operates as a High school within the local district. The school serves families in the Alexandria area.

Where is Alexandria City High School located?

Alexandria City High School is a urban school in Alexandria, VA.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Alexandria City High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Alexandria City High School is 14.6:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Alexandria, VA?

Schools in Alexandria include Alexandria City High School and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Alexandria area.

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Alexandria City High School — School Calendar 2026-27

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Alexandria, VA 22302

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Upcoming Events

Oct

Thu

Early Dismissalhalf_dayDistrict-wide

Dos horas de salida temprana para los alumnos

Oct

Mon

Professional Development DayStaff DayDistrict-wide

No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.

Oct

Mon

Indigenous Peoples' DayHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Oct

Fri

End of QuarterEventDistrict-wide

Nov

Mon

Teacher WorkdayStaff DayDistrict-wide

Día de administrativo para maestros (No hay clases para los alumnos)

Nov

Tue

Election Day / Professional Development DayStaff DayDistrict-wide

No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.

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School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

4,551

Student:Teacher

14.6:1

Locale

Urban

District

Alexandria City Public Schools

Econ. Disadvantaged

46.6%

Phone

(703)824-6800

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

75%

58th percentile in VA

Math Proficiency

42%

26th percentile in VA

Graduation Rate

82%

Chronic Absenteeism

6.7%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

34 courses offered

1,862 students enrolled

Gifted & Talented

772 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

737 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

1,156 test takers

Athletics

29 sports, 29 teams

1,375 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1

Worse than average in VA

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

125

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

245

100% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

Social Workers

Nurses

Security Staff

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$21,716

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$11,420

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$22,479

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 11%State 19%Local 70%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$572,410

-0.3% 1yr+20.1% 5yr

Washington, DC metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

13.3%

Below 150% poverty line

3.3%

Unemployment rate

8.7%

Uninsured residents

6.6%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

2,132

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

1,875

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

41%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

610 (33%)

Autism

366 (20%)

Other Health Impairment

339 (18%)

Speech/Language Impairment

224 (12%)

Intellectual Disability

99 (5%)

Emotional Disturbance

57 (3%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

4,655

Current enrollment

Growing(+12% 5yr)

Coming Up

Thu, Oct 1, 2026

Early Dismissal

Dos horas de salida temprana para los alumnos

half_day

Mon, Oct 12, 2026

Professional Development Day

Día de formación profesional (No hay clases para los alumnos)

Staff Day

Mon, Oct 12, 2026

Indigenous Peoples' Day

No hay clases para los alumnos

Holiday

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Alexandria City Public Schools. Alexandria City High School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Fri, Sep 4, 2026	Labor DayDistrict-wide No hay clases para los alumnos	Holiday	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor DayDistrict-wide No hay clases para los alumnos	Holiday	—
Mon, Sep 21, 2026	Yom KippurDistrict-wide No hay clases para los alumnos	Holiday	—
Thu, Oct 1, 2026	Early DismissalDistrict-wide Dos horas de salida temprana para los alumnos	half_day	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Professional Development DayDistrict-wide Día de formación profesional (No hay clases para los alumnos)	Staff Day	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Indigenous Peoples' DayDistrict-wide No hay clases para los alumnos	Holiday	—
Fri, Oct 30, 2026	End of QuarterDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Nov 2, 2026	Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide Día de administrativo para maestros (No hay clases para los alumnos)	Staff Day	—
Tue, Nov 3, 2026	Election Day / Professional Development DayDistrict-wide Día de Elecciones / Día de formación profesional (No hay clases para los alumnos)	Staff Day	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	Veterans DayDistrict-wide No hay clases para los alumnos	Holiday	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide Receso de otoño/Día de Acción de Gracias (No hay clases para los alumnos)	Break	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter BreakDistrict-wide Vacaciones de invierno (incluye el día de Navidad y Año Nuevo) (No hay clases para los alumnos)	Break	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. DayDistrict-wide No hay clases para los alumnos	Holiday	—
Fri, Jan 22, 2027	End of QuarterDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Jan 25, 2027	Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide Día de administrativo para maestros (No hay clases para los alumnos)	Staff Day	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Presidents' DayDistrict-wide No hay clases para los alumnos	Holiday	—
Thu, Feb 25, 2027	Early DismissalDistrict-wide Dos horas de salida temprana para los alumnos	half_day	—
Wed, Mar 10, 2027	Eid al-FitrDistrict-wide No hay clases para los alumnos	Holiday	—
Mon, Mar 22, 2027	Spring BreakDistrict-wide Vacaciones de primavera (No hay clases para los alumnos)	Break	—
Fri, Apr 9, 2027	End of QuarterDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Apr 12, 2027	Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide Día de administrativo para maestros (No hay clases para los alumnos)	Staff Day	—
Mon, May 17, 2027	Eid al-AdhaDistrict-wide No hay clases para los alumnos	Holiday	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial DayDistrict-wide No hay clases para los alumnos	Holiday	—
Mon, Jun 14, 2027	Secondary Early Dismissal / Final ExamsDistrict-wide Dos horas de salida temprana para alumnos de secundaria – Exámenes finales	exam	—
Mon, Jun 14, 2027	Secondary Early DismissalDistrict-wide Dos horas de salida temprana para alumnos de secundaria	half_day	—
Wed, Jun 16, 2027	Teacher Work TimeDistrict-wide Resto de la tarde: tiempo de trabajo para maestros	Staff Day	—
Wed, Jun 16, 2027	Early DismissalDistrict-wide Dos horas de salida temprana para los alumnos	half_day	—
Thu, Jun 17, 2027	End of QuarterDistrict-wide	Event	—
Thu, Jun 17, 2027	Last Day of SchoolDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for the final day of the academic year.	Event	—

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Frequently Asked Questions about Alexandria City High School

Alexandria City High School has a total enrollment of 4,551 students and serves grades High. The school is part of the local school district in Alexandria, VA.