Classroom Spacing Calculator - Coronavirus
Calculate safe classroom capacity with social distancing requirements for COVID-19 prevention
Calculate Safe Classroom Capacity
Triangular arrangement can fit more students but is harder to implement
CDC recommends minimum 6 feet between students
Number of students you want to accommodate
Length of area where desks can be placed (excluding teacher zone)
Width of area where desks can be placed
Length of individual student desk
Width of individual student desk
Classroom Capacity Results
CDC Safety Guidelines
Example Calculation
Typical Classroom
Classroom Size: 30 × 25 feet
Desk Size: 2 × 1.5 feet
Social Distance: 6 feet
Arrangement: Rectangular grid
Capacity Results
Total space per desk: 8 × 7.5 feet
Desks per row: 30 ÷ 8 = 3
Rows possible: 25 ÷ 7.5 = 3
Maximum students: 9
Spacing Arrangements
Rectangular Grid
Simple rows and columns
Easy to implement and maintain
Triangular Grid
Staggered honeycomb pattern
More efficient but harder to arrange
Implementation Tips
Mark floor positions with tape for consistent spacing
Face all desks in the same direction to reduce face-to-face contact
Consider outdoor classrooms when weather permits
Implement staggered schedules if capacity is insufficient
Ensure proper ventilation and air circulation
Understanding Classroom Spacing for COVID-19 Safety
Why Social Distancing Matters
Social distancing in classrooms is crucial for reducing the transmission of COVID-19. The 6-foot rule is based on research showing that respiratory droplets typically fall to the ground within this distance.
Implementation Challenges
- •Significantly reduced classroom capacity
- •Need for multiple teaching shifts
- •Increased facility and staffing requirements
- •Need for hybrid learning models
Calculation Method
Rectangular Grid:
Students per row = Floor(Room Length ÷ (Desk Length + Distance))
Rows = Floor(Room Width ÷ (Desk Width + Distance))
Total = Students per row × Rows
Alternative Solutions
- •Outdoor classroom spaces
- •Hybrid in-person/remote learning
- •Use of larger spaces (gym, cafeteria)
- •Extended school day with multiple shifts