Jessie Thackrey Preschool serves 73 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 73 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jessie Thackrey Preschool ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Jessie Thackrey Preschool's student population of 73 students has grown by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
73 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Jessie Thackrey Preschool is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
Asian
11%
8%
Hispanic
22%
20%
Black
8%
21%
White
44%
44%
Two or more races
15%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Jessie Thackrey Preschool?
73 students attend Jessie Thackrey Preschool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Jessie Thackrey Preschool students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jessie Thackrey Preschool?
Jessie Thackrey Preschool has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jessie Thackrey Preschool offer ?
Jessie Thackrey Preschool offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jessie Thackrey Preschool part of?
Jessie Thackrey Preschool is part of Falls Church City School District.
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