James K. Polk Elementary

Public School

Level: 1

Grades: PK - 05

Address: 5000 Polk Ave, Alexandria, VA 22304

Phone: (703) 461-4180

District: Alexandria City Public Schools

795

Total Students

#809

of 1,114 in 2019

Academic Performance

EZ Schoolz Rating

out of 100

State Ranking

Ranked 809 of 1,114 (2019)

Among schools at the same level in the state

Ratings By Source

2/10

Source 4

Ranked 724 of 1,105

Test Scores

SOL

English Reading • Grade 5th Grade • 2023

Percent of Students Meeting Standard 54.1%

Performance Distribution

Level 1 (Below)

56 students (45.9%)

Level 2 (Approaching)

62 students (50.8%)

Level 3 (Met)

4 students (3.3%)

Student Body

Total Students

795

Diversity

Very High

Simpson index 71/100

Free / Reduced Lunch

72.5%

of student body

Race & Ethnicity

Black 35.3% (281)
Hispanic / Latino 33.8% (269)
White 21.0% (167)
Asian 7.8% (62)
Two or More Races 1.8% (14)
American Indian / Alaska Native 0.3% (2)

Reviews

4.8 /5

Based on 8 reviews

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Parent

October 24, 2016

"I have a kindergartener at Polk. The school has far exceeded my expectations. Teachers have been wonderful and very involved. Very active PTA. Would absolutely recommend."

Parent

July 19, 2016

"James K Polk has wonderful teachers that really care for my children. It has a wonderful diverse population."

Parent

March 07, 2012

"We have attended JK Polk for several years. I have always been happy with the quality of education my children received. The teachers are excellent and always willing to work with the parents. The PTA is very strong and helps the school in several different areas. The population is diverse but we appreciate that about our community. I would recommend Polk to anyone moving into the area!"

Parent

August 29, 2016

Parent

July 19, 2016

"James K Polk has wonderful teachers that really care for my children. It has a wonderful diverse population."

Parent

August 29, 2016

Parent

March 07, 2012

Parent

October 24, 2016

"I have a kindergartener at Polk. The school has far exceeded my expectations. Teachers have been wonderful and very involved. Very active PTA. Would absolutely recommend."