Arlington Community High School is an alternative high school that offers courses required for a high school diploma on a semester basis (classes completed in one semester) for day classes, and a year basis (classes completed in a year) for evening classes, to any county resident aged 16 or older. Classes operate from 8 a.m.–9:10 p.m. As a countywide high school of enrollment, Arlington Community High School awards its own diploma. ACHS was the recipient of a 2022 Virginia Board of Education Continuous Improvement Award.
Arlington Community High School’s diverse student population is focused on earning a high school diploma, while preparing themselves for college, work, and the future. Students have the opportunity to complete career and technical courses and earn industry certifications. The new location at 4420 Fairfax Drive is accessible by both bus and Metro.
Arlington Community High School offers students:
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flexibility in scheduling to meet individual student scheduling needs and course requirements;
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the opportunity to earn eight or more credits in a year, allowing for credit acceleration or credit recovery;
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semester-based classes, allowing students to complete one, two, three, or four block classes each semester (up to 8 credits per year); year-long evening classes (up to 4 credits per year);
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a choice for a high school – students elect to attend the school;
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the opportunity to enter at age 16 years or older; there is no upper age limit (there is a tuition charge to students over school-age); and
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personalized learning, often in smaller classes to meet students’ learning styles, or through an online format. Teachers and staff have developed a supportive and individualized atmosphere.
Students interested in enrolling in Arlington Community High School should contact the school directly or see their current school counselor for enrollment information and a referral.