Crystal Spring Elementary

www.rcps.info

304 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Crystal Spring Elementary School, located in the historic neighborhood of the same name in Roanoke, Virginia, is a cornerstone of the Roanoke City Public Schools district. Known for its strong sense of community and academic focus, the school serves a diverse population of students in a setting that blends traditional architecture with modern educational practices. The school emphasizes foundational learning and character development, aiming to foster an inclusive environment where students are encouraged to engage actively in their local community.

Beyond its core curriculum, Crystal Spring is recognized for its commitment to student growth through collaborative partnerships between staff, families, and the surrounding neighborhood. As part of the larger Roanoke City school system, it benefits from the district’s initiatives to promote equity and excellence in education. For parents and community members, the school’s official website serves as a primary hub for academic resources, school board updates, and information regarding upcoming events, reflecting the institution's dedication to maintaining open communication and transparency.

304

Total Students

24.0

Full-Time Teachers

12.7

Student/Teacher Ratio

107.2%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Crystal Spring Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	240
Hispanic	16
Black	25
Asian	4
Two or More	19

White
240 (78.9 %)
Black
25 (8.2 %)
Two or More
19 (6.2 %)
Hispanic
16 (5.3 %)
Asian
4 (1.3 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Roanoke City Public Schools
Phone:	(540)853-2976
Website:	http://www.rcps.info
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	304
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	24.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	12.7
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	326
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 17

Kindergarten 46

Grade 1 57

Grade 2 59

Grade 3 52

Grade 4 35

Grade 5 38