Island Creek Elementary School

7855 MORNING VIEW LN ALEXANDRIA VA 22315

About Island Creek Elementary School

Island Creek Elementary School is a public Pre-K through Grade 6 school in Alexandria, Virginia, under Fairfax County Public Schools. Led by Principal Jennifer R. Fallert, Island Creek emphasizes inclusive, data-driven instruction and community partnerships. The campus includes creative spaces such as a theater arts room, media center, TV production studio, weather center, and collaborative pods, and all classrooms are technology-equipped (smart boards, audio systems, 1:1 devices for grades 1–6). Island Creek's core instruction spans language arts, math, science, and social studies, augmented by arts, music, global awareness projects, and enrichment options. The school community, supported by a strong PTA and character education ("Crocs Creed"), aims to ensure each child sees themself as capable, engaged, and successful.

Contact Information

Address

7855 MORNING VIEW LN ALEXANDRIA VA 22315

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Phone

(571) 642-6300

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 47%
Reading 47%
State average proficiency is 47% in Math and 47% in Reading.
49
Full-time Teachers
14 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
12
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
722
Total Students
$86717
Avg. Teacher Salary

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TOP 63 IN STEM IN STATE

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at Island Creek Elementary School

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Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
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More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
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School Ratings

Ranked

63

of 100 in Virginia

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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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:15 AM 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 44.5%
Asian 11.8%
Hispanic 16.8%
Black 15%
Two+ Races 11.6%
Native Am. 0.1%
White
44.5%
Asian
11.8%
Hispanic
16.8%
Black
15%
Two+ Races
11.6%
Native Am.
0.1%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 722
47%
339 Female
53%
383 Male

Student Population

722 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

356 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

Latest News

Island Creek is promoting Blue Star Welcome Week (Sept 27 – Oct 4, 2025) to welcome new families, especially those connected to the military.

The school published its 2025–2026 meal updates and reminders as part of district-wide food service communications.

FAQ

1. Which special programs or enrichment options are offered?

The school offers an Advanced Math Program for grades 3–6, after-school FLEX (Foreign Language Experience), student-produced daily news show, a Crocs Creed character education program, and theater and media arts spaces.

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

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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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
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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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