Very Good
#646 of 1,851 schools in VA
Top 35% in state
Based on limited data
Henry Clay Elementary
Elementary School · Hanover County Public Schools
310 S James St, Ashland, VA 23005
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on VA statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
359
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
359
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Virginia schools
#646 of 1,851
In Ashland
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#15 of 23
Hanover County Public Schools
School environment
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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Henry Clay Elementary
Elementary School in Ashland · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Henry Clay Elementary
Henry Clay Elementary is a public elementary school in Ashland, VA, part of Hanover County Public Schools. Henry Clay Elementary serves approximately 359 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Henry Clay Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #646 of 1,851 schools in VA.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 7.1
- VA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Henry Clay Elementary Compares
See how Henry Clay 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
310 S James St, Ashland, VA 23005
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Henry Clay Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rivers Edge Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Glen Allen), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Kersey Creek Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Mechanicsville), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Cool Spring Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Mechanicsville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Ashland, see our Ashland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| John M. Gandy Elementary Ashland | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| HANOVER ACADEMY Ashland | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Elmont Elementary Ashland | 3.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Liberty Middle Ashland | 3.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Patrick Henry High Ashland | 3.3 mi | 7.8 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF ATLEE COMMONS Ashland | 4.9 mi | — |
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL - ASHLAND Ashland | 5.0 mi | — |
| Greenwood Elementary Glen Allen | 5.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Glen Allen Elementary Glen Allen | 5.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Glen Allen High Glen Allen | 6.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Longdale Elementary Glen Allen | 7.1 mi | 3.3 |
| Echo Lake Elementary Glen Allen | 6.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Hungary Creek Middle Glen Allen | 7.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Cool Spring Elementary Mechanicsville | 7.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Brookland Middle Richmond | 7.9 mi | 2.6 |
| Rivers Edge Elementary Glen Allen | 6.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Chickahominy Middle Mechanicsville | 7.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Kersey Creek Elementary Mechanicsville | 7.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Maude Trevvett Elementary Richmond | 8.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Atlee High Mechanicsville | 7.5 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 23005 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,049
Median Home Value
$376,400
Median Rent
$1,236/mo
Population
19,454
College Educated
40.9%
Homeownership
73.1%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
9.7%
Median Age
37.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Callaghan Elementary Covington, VA | 7.2 |
| Cedar Bluff Elementary Cedar Bluff, VA | 7.2 |
| Chatham Elementary Chatham, VA | 7.2 |
| Columbia Elementary Annandale, VA | 7.2 |
| Horizon Elementary Sterling, VA | 7.2 |
| Huddleston Elementary Huddleston, VA | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Henry Clay Elementary
What grades does Henry Clay Elementary serve?
Henry Clay Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Henry Clay Elementary?
Henry Clay Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 359 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Henry Clay Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Henry Clay Elementary is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Henry Clay Elementary rank in VA?
Henry Clay Elementary ranks #646 of 1,851 schools in VA.
What is Henry Clay Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Henry Clay Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Henry Clay Elementary a charter school?
No, Henry Clay Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Henry Clay Elementary a Title I school?
No, Henry Clay Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Henry Clay Elementary?
88.0% of students at Henry Clay 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 359
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hanover County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.5%
- Phone
- (804) 365-8120
Resources & Links
District
Hanover County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 16,820
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,035
- District Rank
- #15 of 23
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