Serving 350 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lacey Spring 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lacey Spring Elementary serves the eastern part of Harrisonburg, VA, covering an area of approximately 61.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 6.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 9.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lacey Spring Elementary School's student population of 350 students has grown by 59% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
350 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
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School Rankings
Lacey Spring 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 Lacey Spring Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#1566 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
68%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
69%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-39%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
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Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
33%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1993–2025
Black
3%
21%
White
58%
44%
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Two or more races
4%
7%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.7%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1994–2025
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
10%
2%
Showing 2014–2023. Show full history, 1999–2023
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lacey Spring Elementary School's ranking?
Lacey Spring Elementary School is ranked #1566 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Lacey Spring Elementary School often compared to?
Lacey Spring Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bluestone Elementary School, Keister Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Lacey Spring Elementary School?
350 students attend Lacey Spring Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Lacey Spring Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lacey Spring Elementary School?
Lacey Spring Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lacey Spring Elementary School offer ?
Lacey Spring Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Lacey Spring Elementary School part of?
Lacey Spring Elementary School is part of Rockingham County School District.
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