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. Planning and design for this project was funded by the 2019 bond, with construction funded 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 adding 50,000 square feet 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: 52,938 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