Serving 852 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cool Spring Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher 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 33% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 852 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Cool Spring Elementary serves the southeast part of Mechanicsville, VA, covering an area of approximately 5.1 square miles. Families within this zone are typically just 5 to 10 minutes away from the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.3 miles from the campus.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cool Spring Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cool Spring Elementary School's student population of 852 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 86% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
852 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Year Founded
1997
School Calendar
School Motto
We educate and inspire a community of diverse lifelong learners.
School Rankings
Cool Spring Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cool Spring Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#223 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)82%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
8%
Hispanic
4%
20%
Black
7%
21%
White
67%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Dolphins
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cool Spring Elementary School's ranking?
Cool Spring Elementary School is ranked #223 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Cool Spring Elementary School often compared to?
Cool Spring Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rural Point Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Cool Spring Elementary School?
852 students attend Cool Spring Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Cool Spring Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cool Spring Elementary School?
Cool Spring Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cool Spring Elementary School offer ?
Cool Spring Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cool Spring Elementary School part of?
Cool Spring Elementary School is part of Hanover County School District.
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