Serving 547 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Carlin Springs Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 547 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carlin Springs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
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Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Carlin Springs Elementary School's student population of 547 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
547 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 18, 2026
School Rankings
Carlin Springs Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carlin Springs Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1735 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)11-19%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
8%
Hispanic
74%
19%
Black
10%
22%
White
5%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
18%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carlin Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Carlin Springs Elementary School is ranked #1735 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Carlin Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Carlin Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Campbell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Carlin Springs Elementary School?
547 students attend Carlin Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Carlin Springs Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carlin Springs Elementary School?
Carlin Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carlin Springs Elementary School offer ?
Carlin Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Carlin Springs Elementary School part of?
Carlin Springs Elementary School is part of Arlington County School District.
In what neighborhood is Carlin Springs Elementary School located?
Carlin Springs Elementary School is located in the Glencarlyn neighborhood of Arlington, VA. There are 2 other public schools located in Glencarlyn.
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