Pentagon City is zoned for Drew Model School, an Arlington Public Schools Pre-K–8 program with a strong dual-language curriculum. Crystal City families are generally zoned for Oakridge Elementary, an Arlington school with dedicated arts integration and a long history of serving military-family households. The program models differ significantly. Contact Arlington Public Schools’ student placement office for mid-year enrollment timelines and program details rather than making decisions based on proximity alone.
Read the full guide: Pentagon City vs. Crystal City: Where to Live When You’re PCSing to Arlington