Overview

John Adams Elementary School is a magnet school in Alexandria, VA, offering a Gifted & Talented program. It is one of 15 elementary schools in Alexandria City Public Schools.

School Rating

John Adams Elementary School is performing below average compared to public and charter schools in Virginia with the same grade levels.
3/10
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STUDENT LIFE

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About the School


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Neighborhood

5651 Rayburn Avenue
Alexandria, VA 22311
School leader: Ms Alicia Kingcade
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