Quick answer: Dranesville Elementary School is a Fairfax County public school at 1515 Powells Tavern Place in Herndon, VA 20170. The main office number is 703-326-5200. The school opened on September 6, 1988. Last verified October 20, 2026.
Dranesville Elementary at a glance
| School | Dranesville Elementary School, Fairfax County Public Schools |
| Address | 1515 Powells Tavern Place, Herndon, VA 20170 |
| Main office | 703-326-5200, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (attendance line 703-326-5252) |
| Principal | Jamie Gadley, as listed on the school website |
| Region | FCPS Region 1, per the school website |
| Website | dranesvillees.fcps.edu |
The school website does not state the grade range or the pyramid. Confirm both with the school.
Programs and support
The school website lists:
- Advanced Academics, Multilingual Learners and special education services
- Specials: art, music, physical education, STEAM, library and FLES (Foreign Language in the Elementary School)
- School-age child care (SACC)
- School counselors, a psychologist, a social worker and a health room
The Dranesville PTA is a listed partner.
A short history
Dranesville Elementary opened on September 6, 1988. During design and construction it was called Hiddenbrook Elementary. The School Board officially named it Dranesville on May 16, 1988, and Sally Ride Elementary was also considered. The school’s history section also links pages on the lost town of Dranesville and the area’s historic schools. Source: the school’s history page.
Enrollment and school data
For current enrollment, state accreditation and performance data, see the Virginia School Quality Profiles (search for Dranesville Elementary) and ask the school for its current count. Different sites rate schools with different methods, so compare sources and dates before drawing conclusions.
Which homes go to Dranesville? Check by address
Living near a school does not mean a home is assigned to it. Assignments follow FCPS attendance boundaries, not ZIP codes, street names or distance, and boundaries can change. Before you make an offer, enter the exact address in the FCPS Boundary Locator. We can run it with you.
Homes for sale near Dranesville Elementary
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Dranesville Elementary FAQ
Who is the principal of Dranesville Elementary?
The school website lists Jamie Gadley as principal.
When did Dranesville Elementary open?
September 6, 1988, according to the school’s history page.
Was it always called Dranesville?
No. It was called Hiddenbrook Elementary during design and construction, before the School Board named it Dranesville on May 16, 1988.
How do I register my child?
Use the kindergarten and new student registration page on the school website, or call the main office at 703-326-5200.
How do I know if a home is zoned for Dranesville?
Enter the address in the FCPS Boundary Locator above. Do not rely on a listing or a ZIP code.
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This guide is independent information from Twenty-Three Homes. We are not affiliated with Fairfax County Public Schools. School programs, staff, data and attendance boundaries change. Confirm with FCPS. This is general information, not legal or financial advice.
Sources
- Dranesville Elementary School website (home, contact and history pages), checked October 20, 2026
- FCPS Boundary Locator
- Virginia School Quality Profiles
