What grades does McCleary Elementary serve?

McCleary Elementary operates as a Primary school within the local district. The school serves families in the New Castle area.

Where is McCleary Elementary located?

McCleary Elementary is a rural school in New Castle, VA.

What is the student-teacher ratio at McCleary Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at McCleary Elementary is 11.6:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in New Castle, VA?

Schools in New Castle include McCleary Elementary and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the New Castle area.

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McCleary Elementary — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|New Castle, Virginia|Craig County Public Schools

New Castle, VA 24127

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Sep

Mon

School Closed - Labor DayHoliday

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Sep

Tue

Regular School Board MeetingEvent

Oct

Tue

Regular School Board MeetingEvent

Oct

Wed

Early Dismissalhalf_day

Oct

Mon

Parent/Teacher Conference Day - Teacher Work DayStaff Day

Nov

Tue

School Closed - Election DayEvent

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School Profile

Grades

PK–5

Enrollment

209

Student:Teacher

11.6:1

Locale

Rural

District

Craig County Public Schools

Econ. Disadvantaged

81.8%

Phone

(540)864-5173

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

55-59%

Math Proficiency

40-44%

Chronic Absenteeism

8.3%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

5 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 4.2:1

Better than average in VA

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

505

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Counselors

Nurses

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$17,256

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$9,796

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$23,130

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 20%State 59%Local 21%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$289,094

+3.1% 1yr+39.7% 5yr

Roanoke, VA metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

14.0%

Below 150% poverty line

1.9%

Unemployment rate

2.9%

Uninsured residents

12.1%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

148

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

132

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

63%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

48 (36%)

Other Health Impairment

31 (23%)

Speech/Language Impairment

23 (17%)

Autism

13 (10%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

229

Current enrollment

Declining(-11% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Sep 7, 2026

School Closed - Labor Day

Holiday

Tue, Sep 8, 2026

Regular School Board Meeting

Event

Tue, Oct 13, 2026

Regular School Board Meeting

Event

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	School Closed - Labor Day	Holiday	—
Tue, Sep 8, 2026	Regular School Board Meeting	Event	—
Tue, Oct 13, 2026	Regular School Board Meeting	Event	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	Early Dismissal	half_day	—
Mon, Oct 19, 2026	Parent/Teacher Conference Day - Teacher Work Day	Staff Day	—
Tue, Nov 3, 2026	School Closed - Election Day	Event	—
Tue, Nov 10, 2026	Regular School Board Meeting	Event	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	School Closed - Thanksgiving Break	Break	—
Tue, Dec 8, 2026	Regular School Board Meeting	Event	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	School Closed - Christmas Break	Break	—
Mon, Dec 28, 2026	School Closed - Christmas Break	Break	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	School Closed - Teacher Work Day	Staff Day	—
Tue, Jan 5, 2027	School Closed - Teacher Work Day	Staff Day	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	School Closed - Martin Luther King Day	Event	—
Tue, Jan 19, 2027	Regular School Board Meeting	Event	—
Thu, Mar 11, 2027	Early Dismissal	half_day	—
Mon, Mar 22, 2027	School Closed - Spring Break	Break	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	School Closed - Easter Monday	Event	—
Fri, Apr 23, 2027	School Closed - Teacher Work Day	Staff Day	—
Thu, May 27, 2027	School Closed - Teacher Work Day	Staff Day	—
Fri, May 28, 2027	Graduation - Berglund Center	Event	—
Fri, May 28, 2027	School Closed - Teacher Work Day	Staff Day	—