Serving 235 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chatham Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 235 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chatham Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Chatham Elementary School's student population of 235 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
235 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Change the World
School Rankings
Chatham Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chatham Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#620 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
10%
19%
Black
28%
22%
White
59%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
6%
6%
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
What is Chatham Elementary School's ranking?
Chatham Elementary School is ranked #620 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Chatham Elementary School?
235 students attend Chatham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Chatham Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chatham Elementary School?
Chatham Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chatham Elementary School offer ?
Chatham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Chatham Elementary School part of?
Chatham Elementary School is part of Pittsylvania County School District.
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