Clark Springs Elementary School serves 316 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 55-59% (which was lower than the Virginia state average of 71%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 40-44% (which was lower than the Virginia state average of 74%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 was higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 96% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
316 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)55-59%
71%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)40-44%
74%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
n/a
19%
Black
95%
22%
White
4%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 71% VA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 74% VA state average).
How many students attend Clark Springs Elementary School?
316 students attend Clark Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Clark Springs Elementary School students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clark Springs Elementary School?
Clark Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clark Springs Elementary School offer ?
Clark Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Clark Springs Elementary School part of?
Clark Springs Elementary School is part of Richmond City ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools School District.
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