Serving 225 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Julius E. Sprauve School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virgin Islands for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Virgin Islands state average of 89%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is approximately equal to the Virgin Islands state average of 75%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Virgin Islands state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virgin Islands state average of 99% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 225 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VI
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Julius E. Sprauve School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virgin Islands for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Julius E. Sprauve School's student population of 225 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
225 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Julius E. Sprauve School ranks within the top 50% of all 25 schools in Virgin Islands (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Julius E. Sprauve School is 0.48, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.37. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#12 out of 25 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)90-94%
89%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)75-79%
75%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
30%
21%
Black
66%
77%
White
3%
1%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
99%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Julius E. Sprauve School's ranking?
Julius E. Sprauve School is ranked #12 out of 25 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virgin Islands.
What schools are Julius E. Sprauve School often compared to?
Julius E. Sprauve Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lockhart Elementary School, Bertha C. Boschulte Middle School, Joseph Sibilly Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 89% VI state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 75% VI state average).
How many students attend Julius E. Sprauve School?
225 students attend Julius E. Sprauve School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Julius E. Sprauve School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Julius E. Sprauve School?
Julius E. Sprauve School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Virgin Islands state average of 12:1.
What grades does Julius E. Sprauve School offer ?
Julius E. Sprauve School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Julius E. Sprauve School part of?
Julius E. Sprauve School is part of Saint Thomas - Saint John School District.
In what neighborhood is Julius E. Sprauve School located?
Julius E. Sprauve School is located in the Enighed neighborhood of St Thomas, VI.
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