The Louise Archer Elementary project was identified according to the Renovation Queue, approved in 2009. Louise Archer Elementary project is ranked 41 of 63 schools in the queue. The project is in the construction phase, which was initially funded in the 2019 bond and the construction funding was included in the 2021 bond. The completed project will provide modern amenities, including classrooms, administrative offices, a library, various site improvements, removal of a modular, and over 104,000 SF to the building.

Future Events

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Key Build Information

Funding: 2019 Bond (Planning), 2021 Bond (Construction)
Future Building Area: 104,000 SF
Anticipated Future Capacity: 700
Building Area: 51,235 SF
Modular Area: 11,825 SF
Acreage: 7.64
Prior Renovation: 1991
Prior Capacity Enhancement: 2005 (modular)
2008 Renovation Rank: #41
Architect: Architecture, Inc.
Contractor: TBD
Current Status: In Permitting
Estimated Completion: Winter 2024/2025

School Information

Address: 324 Nutley St NW, Vienna, VA 22180
FCPS Region: 1
Grades: K-6
HS Pyramid: Madison HS
MS Feeder: Thoreau MS
Opened: 1939
Title 1: No 
K-3 Cap: n/a
Programs: AAP Center, Autism

Past Engagement, Planning & Construction Information