HENRY CLAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Henry Clay Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Hanover County Public Schools school district, located in Ashland, VA with about 390 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 2nd Grade. With about 25 teachers, Henry Clay Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Henry Clay Elementary School, located in the historic town of Ashland, Virginia, serves as a cornerstone of the Hanover County Public Schools district. Housed in a charming, traditional brick building on South James Street, the school provides a nurturing educational environment for students in the primary grades. It is well-regarded for its community-focused atmosphere, benefiting from the close-knit nature of the surrounding Ashland neighborhood, where parents and educators collaborate to support student development.

Academically, Henry Clay is dedicated to fostering a strong foundation in core subjects while emphasizing the development of the "whole child." The school’s curriculum is complemented by a variety of enrichment opportunities designed to keep students engaged, ranging from reading initiatives to extracurricular activities. By prioritizing a supportive classroom culture and maintaining small-school values, Henry Clay Elementary aims to prepare its young learners for success as they transition into the upper levels of the Hanover County school system.

For more information, contact Henry Clay Elementary at (804) 365-8120 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.