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Dr. Jharrett Bryantt Appointment
We are excited to welcome ACPS' new Superintendent Dr. Jharrett Bryantt. Learn more.
Community Budget Forum
Join us for our upcoming Community Budget Forum to learn about the school division’s budget process, discuss priorities for the next fiscal year and share what matters most to you.
Your Feedback Can Help Shape ACPS Communications
The School Communication Performance Evaluation (SCOPE) Survey is now open through Oct. 30, 2026, and we encourage students, staff, and families to take a few minutes to share their feedback on ACPS communications.
Visit the ACPS SCOPE Survey webpage to learn more and complete the survey.
Celebrating Our Cultures, Heritage and Community
At Alexandria City Public Schools, we honor and celebrate the cultures, heritage, traditions, histories and contributions that enrich our diverse school community.
Learn more about the observances we recognize throughout the year by visiting our Monthly Cultural Recognitions webpage.
Kindergarten and New Student Registration Information
Road to Redistricting: Updated Neighborhood Walk Zones
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There will be no school for all Alexandria City Public Schools (ACPS) students on Mon., Oct. 12, 2026, a federal holiday.
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At the Oct. 8, 2026 Alexandria City School Board meeting, the School Board announced the appointment of Dr. Jharrett Bryantt as the next superintendent of Alexandria City Public Schools (ACPS), effective Feb. 1, 2027.
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Jaque’ Tuck was promoted to serve as Alexandria City Public Schools (ACPS) director of Title IX and compliance.
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Alexandria City Public Schools (ACPS) is showing continued progress under Virginia’s School Performance and Support Framework (SPSF), with gains in student achievement, attendance, English learner progress and overall school performance.
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The School Communication Performance Evaluation (SCOPE) Survey is now open through Oct. 30, 2026, and we encourage students, staff, and families to take a few minutes to share their feedback on ACPS communications.
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Alexandria City High School (ACHS) students in the Governor’s Health Sciences Academy had the opportunity to learn directly from healthcare professionals during Inova Days on Oct. 5 and 6, 2026.
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There is still time to plan to join Alexandria City Public Schools (ACPS) as we welcome and celebrate the newest class of inductees into the 2026 ACPS Athletic Hall of Fame. The induction ceremony will take place Sat., Oct. 10, 2026, at 2 p.m. in the Main Gym at the Alexandria City High School (ACHS) King Street Campus.
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The Office of School Nutrition Services is excited to welcome families to the 2026 Alexandria City Public Schools (ACPS) Family Thanksgiving Luncheon on Thurs., Nov. 19, 2026.
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As we observe Disability History and Awareness Month in October, we are reminded of the importance of equity and inclusion in education.
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Alexandria City High School Minnie Howard Campus Forum
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Strategy & Accountability Committee Meeting
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ACPS Fast Facts
Learn more about Alexandria City Public Schools by viewing the fast facts below.
15,928
Total enrollment
Number as of Sept. 2025. 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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984
Class of 2025 graduates
Learn more about the Class of 2024 from Measuring What Matters
87%
On-time graduation rate
Learn more about graduation metrics from Measuring What Matters
$359M
Operating budget
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