Needs Improvement
#1785 of 1,851 schools in VA
Cool Spring Elementary
Elementary School · Petersburg City Public Schools
1450 Talley Avenue, Petersburg, VA 23803
Enrollment
529
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
529
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Virginia schools
#1,785 of 1,851
In Petersburg
#4 of 7
public schools
In district
#4 of 7
Petersburg City Public Schools
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Cool Spring Elementary
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About Cool Spring Elementary
Cool Spring Elementary is a public elementary school in Petersburg, VA, part of Petersburg City Public Schools. Cool Spring Elementary serves approximately 529 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Cool Spring Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,785 of 1,851 schools in VA.
Structured state assessment records for Cool Spring Elementary show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 2.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 2.9
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Cool Spring Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Cool Spring Elementary — Students at Cool Spring Elementary score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
104.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)
Based on 31 test records from VA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 2.9/10.
How Cool Spring Elementary Compares
See how Cool Spring Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1450 Talley Avenue, Petersburg, VA 23803
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cool Spring Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Tussing Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Colonial Heights), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Colonial Heights), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ettrick Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Ettrick), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Petersburg, see our Petersburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Westview Early Childhood Education Center Petersburg | 0.5 mi | 3.3 |
| Pleasants Lane Elementary Petersburg | 1.0 mi | 2.1 |
| Petersburg High Petersburg | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Vernon Johns Middle Petersburg | 1.7 mi | 2.2 |
| Walnut Hill Elementary Petersburg | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Ettrick Elementary Ettrick | 2.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Colonial Heights Middle Colonial Heights | 3.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Lakemont Elementary Petersburg | 3.2 mi | 2.3 |
| Lakeview Elementary Colonial Heights | 4.2 mi | 4.9 |
| BREC ACADEMY Petersburg | 3.6 mi | — |
| Colonial Heights High Colonial Heights | 4.5 mi | 7.4 |
| North Elementary Colonial Heights | 4.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Matoaca Elementary South Chesterfield | 4.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Matoaca Middle Matoaca | 4.3 mi | 3.4 |
| Matoaca High Chesterfield | 5.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Tussing Elementary Colonial Heights | 5.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Carver Middle Chester | 6.7 mi | 2.5 |
| Harrowgate Elementary Chester | 6.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Chester Early Childhood Learning Academy Chester | 7.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Middle Road Elementary Prince George | 6.7 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 23803 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,820
Median Home Value
$208,700
Median Rent
$1,132/mo
Population
41,794
College Educated
23.6%
Homeownership
50.7%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
19.7%
Median Age
35.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Oliver C. Greenwood Elementary Newport News, VA | 2.8 |
| Elizabeth D. Redd Elementary Richmond, VA | 2.7 |
| S.P. Morton Elementary Franklin, VA | 2.7 |
| Stone Spring Elementary Harrisonburg, VA | 2.7 |
| Sycamore Park Elementary Culpeper, VA | 2.7 |
| Waterman Elementary Harrisonburg, VA | 2.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cool Spring Elementary
What grades does Cool Spring Elementary serve?
Cool Spring Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Cool Spring Elementary?
Cool Spring Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 529 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cool Spring Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cool Spring Elementary is 14.3:1. 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 #1,785 of 1,851 schools in VA.
What is Cool Spring Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cool Spring Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 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 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% 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?
104.3% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 529
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 104.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Petersburg city
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.7%
- Phone
- (804) 862-7002
Resources & Links
District
Petersburg City Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 4,464
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,474
- District Rank
- #4 of 7
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