Samuel W. Tucker Elementary School

435 Ferdinand Day Dr
Alexandria, VA 22304
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 736 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Samuel W. Tucker Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 736 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 72%
  • : Bottom 50% in VA
  • : 61% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Samuel W. Tucker Elementary School's student population of 736 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
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Total Students
736 students
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Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
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Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

School Rankings

Samuel W. Tucker Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Samuel W. Tucker Elementary School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (VA)
#1244 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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61%
68%
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(20-21)
60-64%
69%
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(20-21)
30-39%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
8%
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Hispanic
20%
19%
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Black
32%
22%
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White
28%
44%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.77
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Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
55%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
6%
2%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Samuel W. Tucker Elementary School's ranking?
Samuel W. Tucker Elementary School is ranked #1244 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Samuel W. Tucker Elementary School often compared to?
Samuel W. Tucker Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Patrick Henry K-8 School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Samuel W. Tucker Elementary School?
736 students attend Samuel W. Tucker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Samuel W. Tucker Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Samuel W. Tucker Elementary School?
Samuel W. Tucker Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Samuel W. Tucker Elementary School offer ?
Samuel W. Tucker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Samuel W. Tucker Elementary School part of?
Samuel W. Tucker Elementary School is part of Alexandria City Public Schools.
In what neighborhood is Samuel W. Tucker Elementary School located?
Samuel W. Tucker Elementary School is located in the Landmark neighborhood of Alexandria, VA. There are 1 other public schools located in Landmark.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 736 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 72%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 61% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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