Serving 572 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cluster 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 67% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 572 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cluster Springs Elementary serves the southern portion of Alton, VA, encompassing an area of approximately 269.3 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 17.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cluster Springs Elementary School's student population of 572 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
572 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Cluster 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 Cluster Springs Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#1070 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)64%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
8%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
63%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
9%
6%
Showing 2010–2021. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cluster Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Cluster Springs Elementary School is ranked #1070 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Cluster Springs Elementary School?
572 students attend Cluster Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Cluster Springs Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cluster Springs Elementary School?
Cluster Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cluster Springs Elementary School offer ?
Cluster Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cluster Springs Elementary School part of?
Cluster Springs Elementary School is part of Halifax County School District.
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