Serving 236 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 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- 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
School Overview
Chatham Elementary School's student population of 236 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
236 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
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 0.52, 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
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
23%
21%
White
65%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.9%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
57%
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
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 schools are Chatham Elementary School often compared to?
Chatham Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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?
236 students attend Chatham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Chatham Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
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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