What grades does James K. Polk Elementary serve?

As a Primary school, James K. Polk Elementary serves students in Alexandria, VA. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is James K. Polk Elementary located?

You can find James K. Polk Elementary in Alexandria, VA.

What is the student-teacher ratio at James K. Polk Elementary?

At James K. Polk Elementary, there are approximately 16.7 students for every teacher.

What schools are in Alexandria, VA?

James K. Polk Elementary is among the schools serving Alexandria, VA. The school is part of the local school system.

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James K. Polk Elementary — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|Alexandria, Virginia|Alexandria City Public Schools

Alexandria, VA 22304

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Aug

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First Day of PreschoolEvent

Early Childhood Center and Virginia Preschool Initiative (VPI) classes

Aug

Wed

First Day of PreschoolEvent

Early Childhood Center and Virginia Preschool Initiative (VPI) classes

Sep

Fri

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School Profile

Grades

PK–5

Enrollment

833

Student:Teacher

16.7:1

Locale

Urban

District

Alexandria City Public Schools

Econ. Disadvantaged

76.6%

Phone

(703)461-4180

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

40-44%

Math Proficiency

30-34%

Chronic Absenteeism

5.6%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

32 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.2:1

Near average in VA

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

Social Workers

Nurses

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

100%

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)

804

Current enrollment

Stable(+4% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Aug 24, 2026

First Day of School

Event

Wed, Aug 26, 2026

First Day of Preschool

Event

Wed, Aug 26, 2026

First Day of Preschool

Event

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Date	Event	Type	Level
Fri, Sep 4, 2026	Labor Day No hay clases para los alumnos	Holiday	—
Fri, Sep 4, 2026	Labor Day No hay clases para los alumnos	Holiday	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day No hay clases para los alumnos	Holiday	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day No hay clases para los alumnos	Holiday	—
Mon, Sep 21, 2026	Yom Kippur No hay clases para los alumnos	Holiday	—
Mon, Sep 21, 2026	Yom Kippur No hay clases para los alumnos	Holiday	—
Thu, Oct 1, 2026	Early Dismissal Dos horas de salida temprana para los alumnos	half_day	—
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	—
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	—
Fri, Oct 30, 2026	End of Quarter	Event	—
Fri, Oct 30, 2026	End of Quarter	Event	—
Mon, Nov 2, 2026	Teacher Workday Día de administrativo para maestros (No hay clases para los alumnos)	Staff Day	—
Mon, Nov 2, 2026	Teacher Workday Día de administrativo para maestros (No hay clases para los alumnos)	Staff Day	—
Tue, Nov 3, 2026	Election Day / Professional Development Day Día de Elecciones / Día de formación profesional (No hay clases para los alumnos)	Staff Day	—
Tue, Nov 3, 2026	Election Day / Professional Development Day Día de Elecciones / Día de formación profesional (No hay clases para los alumnos)	Staff Day	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	Veterans Day No hay clases para los alumnos	Holiday	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	Veterans Day No hay clases para los alumnos	Holiday	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving Break Receso de otoño/Día de Acción de Gracias (No hay clases para los alumnos)	Break	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving Break Receso de otoño/Día de Acción de Gracias (No hay clases para los alumnos)	Break	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter Break Vacaciones de invierno (incluye el día de Navidad y Año Nuevo) (No hay clases para los alumnos)	Break	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter Break 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. Day No hay clases para los alumnos	Holiday	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day No hay clases para los alumnos	Holiday	—
Fri, Jan 22, 2027	End of Quarter	Event	—
Fri, Jan 22, 2027	End of Quarter	Event	—
Mon, Jan 25, 2027	Teacher Workday Día de administrativo para maestros (No hay clases para los alumnos)	Staff Day	—
Mon, Jan 25, 2027	Teacher Workday Día de administrativo para maestros (No hay clases para los alumnos)	Staff Day	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Presidents' Day No hay clases para los alumnos	Holiday	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Presidents' Day No hay clases para los alumnos	Holiday	—
Thu, Feb 25, 2027	Early Dismissal Dos horas de salida temprana para los alumnos	half_day	—
Thu, Feb 25, 2027	Early Dismissal Dos horas de salida temprana para los alumnos	half_day	—
Wed, Mar 10, 2027	Eid al-Fitr No hay clases para los alumnos	Holiday	—
Wed, Mar 10, 2027	Eid al-Fitr No hay clases para los alumnos	Holiday	—
Mon, Mar 22, 2027	Spring Break Vacaciones de primavera (No hay clases para los alumnos)	Break	—
Mon, Mar 22, 2027	Spring Break Vacaciones de primavera (No hay clases para los alumnos)	Break	—
Fri, Apr 9, 2027	End of Quarter	Event	—
Fri, Apr 9, 2027	End of Quarter	Event	—
Mon, Apr 12, 2027	Teacher Workday Día de administrativo para maestros (No hay clases para los alumnos)	Staff Day	—
Mon, Apr 12, 2027	Teacher Workday Día de administrativo para maestros (No hay clases para los alumnos)	Staff Day	—
Mon, May 17, 2027	Eid al-Adha No hay clases para los alumnos	Holiday	—
Mon, May 17, 2027	Eid al-Adha No hay clases para los alumnos	Holiday	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial Day No hay clases para los alumnos	Holiday	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial Day No hay clases para los alumnos	Holiday	—
Mon, Jun 14, 2027	Secondary Early Dismissal Dos horas de salida temprana para alumnos de secundaria	half_day	—
Mon, Jun 14, 2027	Secondary Early Dismissal / Final Exams Dos horas de salida temprana para alumnos de secundaria – Exámenes finales	exam	—
Mon, Jun 14, 2027	Secondary Early Dismissal / Final Exams Dos horas de salida temprana para alumnos de secundaria – Exámenes finales	exam	—
Mon, Jun 14, 2027	Secondary Early Dismissal Dos horas de salida temprana para alumnos de secundaria	half_day	—
Wed, Jun 16, 2027	Teacher Work Time Resto de la tarde: tiempo de trabajo para maestros	Staff Day	—
Wed, Jun 16, 2027	Early Dismissal Dos horas de salida temprana para los alumnos	half_day	—
Wed, Jun 16, 2027	Teacher Work Time Resto de la tarde: tiempo de trabajo para maestros	Staff Day	—
Wed, Jun 16, 2027	Early Dismissal Dos horas de salida temprana para los alumnos	half_day	—
Thu, Jun 17, 2027	End of Quarter	Event	—
Thu, Jun 17, 2027	Last Day of School	Event	—
Thu, Jun 17, 2027	End of Quarter	Event	—
Thu, Jun 17, 2027	Last Day of School	Event	—

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Frequently Asked Questions about James K. Polk Elementary

James K. Polk Elementary has a total enrollment of 833 students and serves grades Primary. The school is part of the local school district in Alexandria, VA.