Serving 835 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, J.a. Chalkley 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 40% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 835 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
J.a. Chalkley Elementary School's student population of 835 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
835 students
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Year Founded
1962
Colors
Black and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Creating equitable opportunities.
School Rankings
J.a. Chalkley 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 J.a. Chalkley Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#1720 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-29%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
44%
20%
Black
46%
21%
White
6%
44%
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Roadrunner
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J.a. Chalkley Elementary School's ranking?
J.a. Chalkley Elementary School is ranked #1720 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend J.a. Chalkley Elementary School?
835 students attend J.a. Chalkley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of J.a. Chalkley Elementary School students are Black, 44% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J.a. Chalkley Elementary School?
J.a. Chalkley Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does J.a. Chalkley Elementary School offer ?
J.a. Chalkley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is J.a. Chalkley Elementary School part of?
J.a. Chalkley Elementary School is part of Chesterfield County School District.
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