Serving 389 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chamberlayne Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% 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: 389 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chamberlayne Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Chamberlayne Elementary School's student population of 389 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
389 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chamberlayne Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chamberlayne Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#502 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-79%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
21%
20%
Black
53%
21%
White
13%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Henrico County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chamberlayne Elementary School's ranking?
Chamberlayne Elementary School is ranked #502 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Chamberlayne Elementary School often compared to?
Chamberlayne Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laburnum Elementary School, Glen Lea Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Chamberlayne Elementary School?
389 students attend Chamberlayne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Chamberlayne Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chamberlayne Elementary School?
Chamberlayne Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chamberlayne Elementary School offer ?
Chamberlayne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chamberlayne Elementary School part of?
Chamberlayne Elementary School is part of Henrico County School District.
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