Chesterfield Virtual School serves 440 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chesterfield Virtual School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Chesterfield Virtual School's student population of 440 students has declined by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
440 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Chesterfield Virtual School is 0.70, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
68%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
17%
20%
Black
46%
21%
White
25%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.2%
19.1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Chesterfield Virtual School?
440 students attend Chesterfield Virtual School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Chesterfield Virtual School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chesterfield Virtual School?
Chesterfield Virtual School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chesterfield Virtual School offer ?
Chesterfield Virtual School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Chesterfield Virtual School part of?
Chesterfield Virtual School is part of Chesterfield County School District.
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