Carlin Springs Elementary

www.apsva.us/carlinsprings/site/default.asp

534 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Carlin Springs Elementary School, located in Arlington, Virginia, serves a diverse student body as part of the Arlington Public Schools system. The school is recognized for its commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and the social-emotional development of its students. With a focus on preparing children for the challenges of the 21st century, the school integrates technology and modern pedagogical practices into its curriculum, aiming to provide a well-rounded education that meets the needs of its unique community.

Beyond traditional academics, Carlin Springs is noted for its strong emphasis on community engagement and partnerships. The school actively encourages family involvement through various programs and initiatives, viewing parents and caregivers as vital partners in the educational process. By prioritizing a collaborative school culture and maintaining high expectations for all learners, Carlin Springs Elementary strives to ensure that every student has the tools and resources necessary to succeed both inside and outside the classroom.

534

Total Students

51.3

Full-Time Teachers

10.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

57.5%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Carlin Springs Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	19
Hispanic	409
Black	49
Asian	44
Two or More	10
American Indian	3

Hispanic
409 (76.6%)
Black
49 (9.2%)
Asian
44 (8.2%)
White
19 (3.6%)
Two or More
10 (1.9%)
American Indian
3 (0.6%)

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:	Arlington County Public Schools
Phone:	(703)228-6645
Website:	http://www.apsva.us/carlinsprings/site/default.asp
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	534
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	51.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	10.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	307
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 43

Kindergarten 76

Grade 1 77

Grade 2 81

Grade 3 92

Grade 4 79

Grade 5 86