| Metric | Arlington County Public Schools | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 27,562 | 3,700 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 42 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $20,000/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | ↑ 46% above avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 9/10 — Excellent | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arlington County Public Schools (this district) | 9/10 | 81st | 27,562 |
| Arlington County Public Schools | 9/10 | 81st | 27,562 |
🔢 Show the math behind this rating
Ranked against 132 rated districts in VA → 81st percentile → 9/10.
Source: Virginia Dept. of Education SOL, division English Reading & Mathematics pass rates, 2024–25 school year. Full methodology →
- Abingdon Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 768 students
- Cardinal Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 682 students
- Oakridge Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 636 students
- Arlington Science Focus School — Grades PK–5 · 632 students
- Alice West Fleet Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 629 students
- Arlington Traditional — Grades PK–5 · 624 students
- Claremont Immersion — Grades PK–5 · 595 students
- Hoffman-Boston Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 592 students
- Glebe Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 574 students
- Escuela Key Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 572 students
- Ashlawn Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 553 students
- Carlin Springs Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 534 students
- Taylor Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 530 students
- Montessori Public School of Arlington — Grades PK–5 · 528 students
- Barrett Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 500 students
- Barcroft Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 495 students
- Discovery Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 489 students
- Innovation Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 483 students
- Jamestown Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 456 students
- Tuckahoe Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 448 students
- Long Branch Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 442 students
- Randolph Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 430 students
- Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 417 students
- Campbell Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 403 students
- Nottingham Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 382 students
- + 7 more elementary schools
- Jefferson Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,120 students
- Gunston Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,072 students
- Kenmore Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,053 students
- Swanson Middle — Grades 6–8 · 993 students
- Dorothy Hamm Middle — Grades 6–8 · 989 students
- Williamsburg Middle — Grades 6–8 · 856 students
- Washington-Liberty High — Grades 9–12 · 3,044 students
- Wakefield High — Grades 9–12 · 2,646 students
- Yorktown High — Grades 9–12 · 2,593 students
- Arlington Community High — Grades 9–12 · 156 students
About Arlington County Public Schools
Arlington County Public Schools is the public school district assigned to zip code 22204 in Arlington, Virginia. Serving students from Pre-K – 12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 22204. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Understanding the 9/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Arlington County Public Schools 9 out of 10 — top-tier among Virginia public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Virginia’s SOL (Standards of Learning) English Reading & Mathematics assessments (2024–25 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Virginia is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Arlington County Public Schools ranks among the highest-performing public school districts in Virginia on state assessments, with reading and math proficiency rates in roughly the top 10–20% statewide. Homes in and around zip code 22204 often carry a measurable premium relative to neighboring areas served by lower-rated districts. Families moving here for academic strength will find a district whose students test well above the state norm. Even within top-rated districts, individual school performance varies — confirm your specific school assignments directly with the district.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 22204
Children in zip code 22204 are assigned to Arlington County Public Schools for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 22204, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Arlington County Public Schools at (703)228-6010 or visit www.apsva.us. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Virginia districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Arlington
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Arlington County Public Schools serves zip code 22204, homes in and around zip code 22204 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Virginia, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Arlington County Public Schools programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 22204.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Arlington County Public Schools before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 22204 data.