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ACPS places educational excellence at the center of everything that we do as a school division. This challenges us to ensure our students are engaged in classroom instruction and have access to the educational resources needed to enhance their learning experiences. We will ensure that our schools are a safe, friendly and welcoming environment for all.
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Two highly-accomplished ACPS educators were celebrated as Suzanne Hess was announced as the 2025 ACPS Principal of the Year (POY) and Sharon Phox as Teacher of the Year (TOY).
Ferdinand T. Day Elementary School (Door 12), 6th Floor
Every Wednesday starting May 7 through July 30, 2025, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Mental and physical well-being is key to student and staff success. In our May 2025 Supe’s Spotlight, Dr. Melanie Kay-Wyatt makes the connection between these two key topics.
ACPS kindergarten registration process gets underway for the 2025-26 school year on April 23, 2025, for all division elementary schools. We encourage families to register early as it helps to ensure the school division has the teachers, staff and resources needed to support every student.
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ACPS Fast Facts
Learn more about Alexandria City Public Schools by viewing the fast facts below.
16,335+
Total enrollment
Number as of Sept. 2024. See current enrollment information
18
Schools
2,200+
Number of staff
127
Native languages spoken
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47%
Students eligible for free/reduced price meals
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905
Class of 2024 graduates
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87%
On-time graduation rate
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$359M
Operating budget
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