Serving 762 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Courthouse Road Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (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 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 762 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Courthouse Road Elementary serves the northeast part of Spotsylvania, VA, encompassing an area of approximately 4.1 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Courthouse Road Elementary School's student population of 762 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
762 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Courthouse Road Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Courthouse Road Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#536 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)76%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
38%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.4%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-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 Courthouse Road Elementary School's ranking?
Courthouse Road Elementary School is ranked #536 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Courthouse Road Elementary School often compared to?
Courthouse Road Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Courtland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Courthouse Road Elementary School?
762 students attend Courthouse Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Courthouse Road Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Courthouse Road Elementary School?
Courthouse Road Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Courthouse Road Elementary School offer ?
Courthouse Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Courthouse Road Elementary School part of?
Courthouse Road Elementary School is part of Spotsylvania County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Courthouse Road elementary rocks. I love my teachers, friends, classes it feels like we are a family no matter if you move or you go on a vacation we are the Courthouse cardinals!!!
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