Serving 396 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chase City 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 60-64% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chase City Elementary serves the northwest part of its school district in Chase City, VA, covering an area of approximately 135.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being about 5.6 miles and the furthest edge located 11.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chase City Elementary School's student population of 396 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
396 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Chase City 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 Chase City Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#1284 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Hispanic
6%
20%
Black
59%
21%
White
22%
44%
Two or more races
13%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.7%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chase City Elementary School's ranking?
Chase City Elementary School is ranked #1284 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Chase City Elementary School often compared to?
Chase City Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clarksville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Chase City Elementary School?
396 students attend Chase City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Chase City Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chase City Elementary School?
Chase City Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chase City Elementary School offer ?
Chase City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Chase City Elementary School part of?
Chase City Elementary School is part of Mecklenburg County School District.
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