School Overview
Taylor Elementary School, located in the Cherrydale neighborhood of Arlington, Virginia, is a vibrant community school that serves as a cornerstone for local families. Part of the Arlington Public Schools district, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic excellence, fostering a nurturing environment that prioritizes both intellectual growth and social-emotional development. With a curriculum that emphasizes critical thinking, collaboration, and foundational literacy and numeracy, Taylor strives to prepare its diverse student body for long-term academic success.

Beyond its core curriculum, Taylor Elementary is highly valued for its strong sense of community and parent involvement. The school maintains a close-knit atmosphere where staff and families work in partnership to support student initiatives and extracurricular opportunities. Located on N Stuart St, the school benefits from a stable, established neighborhood setting that allows it to maintain a traditional elementary school experience while integrating modern educational standards. Through its active PTA and various school-wide programs, Taylor consistently aims to cultivate a supportive culture that celebrates student achievements and encourages active participation in the learning process.
530
Total Students
42.3
Full-Time Teachers
12.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
9.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Taylor Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White321
Hispanic65
Black22
Asian47
Two or More73
American Indian1
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    321 (60.6%)
  • Two or More
    73 (13.8%)
  • Hispanic
    65 (12.3%)
  • Asian
    47 (8.9%)
  • Black
    22 (4.2%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Arlington County Public Schools
Phone: (703)228-6275
Website: http://www.apsva.us/taylor/site/default.asp
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 530
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 42.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 37
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 11
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 20
Kindergarten 69
Grade 1 75
Grade 2 89
Grade 3 85
Grade 4 105
Grade 5 87

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Taylor Elementary
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten20
Kindergarten69
Grade 175
Grade 289
Grade 385
Grade 4105
Grade 587
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Taylor Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female24145.5%
Male28954.5%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)