Top Schools in Alexandria
Highest-performing schools based on SOL pass rates and academic outcomes (2024)
T.C. Williams High School
Top-performing school
George Mason Elementary
Top school in Alexandria
Lyles-Crouch Traditional Academy
Top school in Alexandria
Matthew Maury Elementary
Top school in Alexandria
What This Means for Home Buyers
Homes near top-performing schools in Alexandria command premiums. The best agents in Alexandria know which streets feed into which school zones, and that knowledge can save you tens of thousands of dollars. The median home price in Alexandria is $680K. Homes within the best school boundaries often sell above that median.
Alexandria's "Strong" school rating makes it a solid choice for families. You will find good schools without the extreme competition of some neighboring areas. The right agent can help you identify the best pockets within Alexandria.
Homes near T.C. Williams High School and George Mason Elementary average just 12 days on market. If schools are a priority for your family, start your search in those zones.
Commute from Alexandria
Alexandria parents: 20-min drive to downtown, 2 Metro lines nearby.
20 min drive
Rush-hour drive to downtown
King St-Old Town
Nearest Metro (0.5 mi)
Major Highways
I-395, I-495, GW Parkway
Commuter Rail
VRE (Fredericksburg line)
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How Do Alexandria Schools Compare?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best schools in Alexandria, VA?
Top schools in Alexandria include T.C. Williams High School, George Mason Elementary, Lyles-Crouch Traditional Academy, Matthew Maury Elementary. Alexandria schools have a 78% average SOL pass rate, earning a "Strong" quality rating from smover.
How do Alexandria schools compare to Arlington?
Alexandria schools have a 78% SOL pass rate with a "Strong" quality tier. Compare school quality, home prices, and commute times across neighboring cities on smover's comparison pages. School zone boundaries matter: the best agents in Alexandria know which streets feed into which schools.
Are Alexandria schools worth the higher home prices?
Alexandria has a median home price of $680K. Homes near top-performing schools like T.C. Williams High School often command premiums above that median. For families, school quality is one of the strongest predictors of long-term home value. The right agent can help you find value pockets within the best school zones.
What school district is Alexandria, VA in?
Alexandria is served by Alexandria Public Schools (or the surrounding county system). Top schools include T.C. Williams High School and George Mason Elementary. smover verifies agents in Alexandria by real sales data, so you can find someone who specializes in the school zones that matter to your family.
School data from Virginia DOE, Maryland MSDE, and DC OSSE public reports (2024). Enrichment data from the Urban Institute Education Data Portal. Updated annually.