Best Chatham Public Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 1,434 students in Chatham, VA (there are 2 private schools, serving 297 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in Chatham, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in Chatham, VA are Chatham High School, Union Hall Elementary School and Chatham Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Chatham, VA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 81% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 78% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Chatham have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Chatham, VA (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chatham High School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
100 Cavalier Cir
Chatham, VA 24531
(434) 432-8305
Gr: 9-12 | 609 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Union Hall Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
100 Union Hall Cir
Chatham, VA 24531
(434) 724-7010
Gr: PK-5 | 183 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
Chatham Middle School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
11650 Us Highway 29 North
Chatham, VA 24531
(434) 432-2169
Gr: 6-8 | 406 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #44.
Chatham Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
245 Chatham Elementary Lane
Chatham, VA 24531
(434) 432-6461
Gr: PK-5 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: n/an/a
956 Woodlawn Academy Road
Chatham, VA 24531
(434) 432-8185
Rank: n/an/a
Pittsylvania Vocational-technical Center
Vocational School
11700 Us Highway 29
Chatham, VA 24531
(434) 432-9416
Rank: n/an/a
Regional Alternative/pittslvania Co
Alternative School
956 Woodlawn Academy
Chatham, VA 24531
(434) 432-8185
Rank: n/an/a
Victory Academy/ready For Success
Alternative School
326 South Main Street
Chatham, VA 24531
(434) 432-2761
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Chatham, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
1541 Concord Rd
Chatham, VA 24531
(804) 432-4881
475 Green Rock Ln
Chatham, VA 24531
(434) 797-2000

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Chatham, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in Chatham, VA include Chatham High School, Union Hall Elementary School and Chatham Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Chatham?
8 public schools are located in Chatham.
What percentage of students in Chatham go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in Chatham are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in Chatham?
Chatham public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public schools in Chatham are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Chatham include: Union Hall Elementary School vs. Victory Academy/ready For Success

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