Serving 767 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, C.e. Curtis Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 767 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
C.e. Curtis Elementary School's student population of 767 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
767 students
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Year Founded
1959
School Motto
We are committed to students' high levels of achievement through a global education for all.
School Rankings
C.e. Curtis Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of C.e. Curtis Elementary School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1487 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
29%
20%
Black
25%
21%
White
36%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is C.e. Curtis Elementary School's ranking?
C.e. Curtis Elementary School is ranked #1487 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are C.e. Curtis Elementary School often compared to?
C.e. Curtis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ecoff Elementary School, C.c. Wells Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend C.e. Curtis Elementary School?
767 students attend C.e. Curtis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of C.e. Curtis Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of C.e. Curtis Elementary School?
C.e. Curtis Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does C.e. Curtis Elementary School offer ?
C.e. Curtis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is C.e. Curtis Elementary School part of?
C.e. Curtis Elementary School is part of Chesterfield County School District.
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