Quick answer: Herndon Elementary School is a Fairfax County public school at 630 Dranesville Road in Herndon, VA 20170. The school website lists grades pre-K through 6. The main office number is 703-326-3100. Last verified October 19, 2026.
Herndon Elementary at a glance
| School | Herndon Elementary School, Fairfax County Public Schools |
| Address | 630 Dranesville Road, Herndon, VA 20170 |
| Main office | 703-326-3100, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (attendance line 703-326-3131) |
| Principal | Dr. Monika Guerrero Vereb, announced December 1, 2025, per the school website |
| Grades | Pre-K, kindergarten and grades 1 to 6 |
| Website | herndones.fcps.edu |
Programs and support
The school website lists:
- Advanced Academics, art, music, physical education and STEAM
- A library with a makerspace and online resources
- Title I, a federal program that provides extra funding to schools
- School counseling, a health room, a family liaison and student wellness resources
- Designation as a Purple Star School, which supports military-connected families
A short history
The school’s history page traces public schooling in Herndon to a school built on Center Street in 1868. The current Herndon Elementary opened on September 5, 1961, on ten acres bought on Dranesville Road. It was built in seven months for $440,000, with 20 classrooms and no gym, music room, art room or air conditioning. An addition with a gymnasium followed in 1968-69, and a six-classroom addition in 1987-88. In 1989-90 it became the first Fairfax County elementary school to offer French Partial-Immersion, which later changed to Two-Way Spanish Immersion. The library was named for teacher John Kalen in June 1992. McNair Elementary opened in September 2001 and eased crowding that had led to 15 classroom trailers. Source: the school’s history page.
Enrollment and school data
For current enrollment, state accreditation and performance data, see the school’s Virginia School Quality Profile (search for Herndon 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 Herndon Elementary? Check by address
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Homes for sale near Herndon Elementary
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Herndon Elementary FAQ
Who is the principal of Herndon Elementary?
The school website announces Dr. Monika Guerrero Vereb as principal (December 1, 2025). Its history page still lists the previous principal, so confirm with the school if you need the current name.
When did Herndon Elementary open?
The current building opened on September 5, 1961.
Is Herndon Elementary a Title I school?
Yes. The school website lists a Title I program.
How do I register my child?
Use the student registration information on the school website, or call the main office at 703-326-3100.
How do I know if a home is zoned for Herndon Elementary?
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
- Herndon Elementary School website (home, contact and history pages), checked October 19, 2026
- FCPS Boundary Locator
- Virginia School Quality Profiles
