Henry Clay Elementary School serves 359 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 was lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 51% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which was lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
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Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
359 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
20%
19%
Black
20%
22%
White
49%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Henry Clay Elementary School?
359 students attend Henry Clay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Henry Clay Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Henry Clay Elementary School?
Henry Clay Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Henry Clay Elementary School offer ?
Henry Clay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Henry Clay Elementary School part of?
Henry Clay Elementary School is part of Hanover County School District.
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