Alexandria likely to scrap high school rankings

Alexandria City Public Schools is likely to eliminate high school class rankings in the coming weeks, joining the area’s larger school systems in tossing out valedictorian status in an effort to curb competition and graduate well-rounded students.

The proposal was brought forward by T.C. Williams High School Principal Suzanne Maxey and has received support from the School Board and parents at community meetings. But the decision ultimately rests with Superintendent Morton Sherman, who said he is “leaning toward elimination” of class rankings.