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Cool Spring Elementary

Elementary School · Loudoun County Public Schools

501 Tavistock Dr SE, Leesburg, VA 20175

Enrollment

601

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#1,276 of 1,851

In Leesburg

#16 of 19

public schools

In district

#88 of 96

Loudoun County Public Schools

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Cool Spring Elementary

5.3/10

Elementary School in Leesburg · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Cool Spring Elementary

Cool Spring Elementary is a public elementary school in Leesburg, VA, part of Loudoun County Public Schools. Cool Spring Elementary serves approximately 601 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Cool Spring Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,276 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for Cool Spring Elementary show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.1 pts below district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 7.4
  • VA avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.32 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.9Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency65% (2025 SOL)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62% (2025 SOL)
Math vs. State Avg-8.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-13.7 pts
Overall Proficiency64% (2025 SOL, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)77% (model expectation from 2025 SOL)
vs. Expected-13.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile20th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,934
Chronic Absenteeism21.5%

Cool Spring Elementary — Students at Cool Spring Elementary score 64% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 77%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

47.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 71.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
73.5% (2025 SOL)
ELA Proficiency 72.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
72.2% (2025 SOL)

Based on 33 test records from VA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
90%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
85%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
65%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
66%
2013
Math
76%
ELA
73%
2014
Math
79%
ELA
80%
2015
Math
85%
ELA
84%
2016
Math
71%
ELA
76%
2017
ELA
66%
2018
Math
74%
ELA
68%
2019
Math
74%
ELA
68%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2025
Math
65.3%
ELA
62.3%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.5/10.

How Cool Spring Elementary Compares

See how Cool Spring Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
31th percentile in VA
Academic
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
48%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
50 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

501 Tavistock Dr SE, Leesburg, VA 20175

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cool Spring Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. John W. Tolbert Jr. Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Catoctin Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ball's Bluff Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Leesburg, see our Leesburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
GODDARD SCHOOL OF LEESBURG Leesburg 0.1 mi
Frederick Douglass Elementary Leesburg 1.2 mi 6.1
J. Lupton Simpson Middle Leesburg 1.1 mi 6.0
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF LEESBURG Leesburg 1.5 mi
Heritage High Leesburg 1.2 mi 8.5
Evergreen Mill Elementary Leesburg 1.3 mi 7.1
John W. Tolbert Jr. Elementary Leesburg 1.4 mi 8.9
Harper Park Middle Leesburg 1.4 mi 6.5
Leesburg Elementary Leesburg 2.1 mi 4.2
Catoctin Elementary Leesburg 1.9 mi 8.1
THE AURORA SCHOOL Leesburg 2.3 mi 6.0
Ball's Bluff Elementary Leesburg 2.4 mi 7.5
PROVIDENCE ACADEMY Leesburg 2.1 mi 4.7
Loudoun County High Leesburg 2.2 mi 7.9
Frances Hazel Reid Elementary Leesburg 2.9 mi 3.6
Smart's Mill Middle Leesburg 3.0 mi 5.0
Tuscarora High Leesburg 3.0 mi 8.0
THE GODDARD SCHOOL Ashburn 3.0 mi
Seldens Landing Elementary Leesburg 2.6 mi 7.5
Belmont Station Elementary Ashburn 3.0 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20175 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$168,035

Median Home Value

$717,700

Median Rent

$2,039/mo

Population

35,038

College Educated

63.7%

Homeownership

74.3%

Avg Commute

27.2 min

Poverty Rate

5.9%

Median Age

37.2

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School Rating
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Anthony Burns Elementary Stafford, VA 5.3
Baldwin Elementary Manassas, VA 5.3
Bull Run Elementary Centreville, VA 5.3
Cluster Springs Elementary Alton, VA 5.3
Douglas MacArthur Elementary Alexandria, VA 5.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cool Spring Elementary

What grades does Cool Spring Elementary serve?

Cool Spring Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Cool Spring Elementary?

Cool Spring Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 601 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cool Spring Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Cool Spring Elementary is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cool Spring Elementary rank in VA?

Cool Spring Elementary ranks #1,276 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is Cool Spring Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Cool Spring Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Cool Spring Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cool Spring Elementary has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Cool Spring Elementary a charter school?

No, Cool Spring Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Cool Spring Elementary a Title I school?

No, Cool Spring Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cool Spring Elementary?

47.8% of students at Cool Spring Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
601
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers (FTE)
50
Free/Reduced Lunch
47.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Loudoun County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.5%

District

Loudoun County Public Schools
District Enrollment
81,636
Schools in District
100
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,934
District Rank
#88 of 96

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