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Ashlawn Elementary School

5950 N 8TH RD ARLINGTON VA 22205

About Ashlawn Elementary School

Ashlawn Elementary School in Arlington, Virginia, serves as a strong foundation for students from prekindergarten to fifth grade. It is recognized for its inclusive culture and commitment to educational excellence. The school has received recognitions like the Virginia Board of Education Excellence Award and recognition as a Best Buddies Chapter of the Year. Students consistently perform at a high level on state assessments, showing proficiency above the state average in math and reading. Families benefit from an active PTA, advanced academic programs, and resources for diverse learners. With its resume of achievement and community focus, Ashlawn stands as one of the best elementary schools in Virginia for young learners.

Contact Information

Address

5950 N 8TH RD ARLINGTON VA 22205

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Phone

(703) 228-5270

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 46%
Reading 46%
State average proficiency is 46% in Math and 46% in Reading.
50
Full-time Teachers
11 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
550
Total Students
$92257
Avg. Teacher Salary

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TOP 191 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Ashlawn Elementary School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: NA

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 56.73%
Asian 7.82%
Hispanic 20%
Black 4.91%
Two+ Races 10.55%
Native Am. 0%
White
56.73%
Asian
7.82%
Hispanic
20%
Black
4.91%
Two+ Races
10.55%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 550
45.82%
252 Female
54.18%
298 Male

Student Population

550 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 11 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

398 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

Latest News

Ashlawn highlights October events, including Yom Kippur holiday, Walk Bike Roll Day, and Advanced Academics information sessions for the 2025–26 cycle.

FAQ

Q: Are there clubs at Ashlawn Elementary School?

A: There are clubs based on arts, languages, and environmental activities.

Q: Are there community events at Ashlawn Elementary School?

A: Yes, the school hosts family picnics, cultural nights, and outreach events to the community.

Q: In what ways are inclusivity taught at Ashlawn Elementary School?

A: We respect, celebrate diversity, and build community through our programs.

Q: Are there opportunities for music and performance at Ashlawn Elementary School?

A: Yes, students can participate in choir and band, and we have an annual performance.

Q: Is collaboration encouraged at Ashlawn Elementary School?

A: Group projects, peer programs, and general collaboration in class, all emphasize collaboration skills.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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