Serving 833 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, James K. Polk Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 833 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James K. Polk Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
James K. Polk Elementary School's student population of 833 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
833 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
James K. Polk Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James K. Polk Elementary School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1589 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
8%
Hispanic
34%
19%
Black
26%
22%
White
23%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James K. Polk Elementary School's ranking?
James K. Polk Elementary School is ranked #1589 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are James K. Polk Elementary School often compared to?
James K. Polk Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Patrick Henry K-8 School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend James K. Polk Elementary School?
833 students attend James K. Polk Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of James K. Polk Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 23% of students are White, 13% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James K. Polk Elementary School?
James K. Polk Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does James K. Polk Elementary School offer ?
James K. Polk Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is James K. Polk Elementary School part of?
James K. Polk Elementary School is part of Alexandria City School District.
In what neighborhood is James K. Polk Elementary School located?
James K. Polk Elementary School is located in the Seminary Hill neighborhood of Alexandria, VA. There are 2 other public schools located in Seminary Hill.
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