J.b. Watkins Elementary School

501 Coalfield Rd.
Midlothian, VA 23114
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Serving 831 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, J.b. Watkins Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 831 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 30%
  • : Top 10% in VA
  • : 90% (Top 10%)
  • : 84% (Top 20%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

J.b. Watkins Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

J.b. Watkins Elementary School's student population of 831 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
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Total Students
831 students
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Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
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School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. Jun 15, 2026

School Rankings

J.b. Watkins Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J.b. Watkins Elementary School is 0.49, 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.
This School
State Level (VA)
#130 out of 1773 schools
(Top 10%)
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90%
68%
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(20-21)
84%
69%
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(20-21)
70-74%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
8%
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Hispanic
5%
19%
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Black
10%
22%
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White
70%
44%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.49
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Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
55%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Eagles

Frequently Asked Questions

What is J.b. Watkins Elementary School's ranking?
J.b. Watkins Elementary School is ranked #130 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are J.b. Watkins Elementary School often compared to?
J.b. Watkins Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bettie Weaver Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend J.b. Watkins Elementary School?
831 students attend J.b. Watkins Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of J.b. Watkins Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J.b. Watkins Elementary School?
J.b. Watkins Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does J.b. Watkins Elementary School offer ?
J.b. Watkins Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is J.b. Watkins Elementary School part of?
J.b. Watkins Elementary School is part of Chesterfield County Public Schools.

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5   10/10/2025
the best elementary school ever
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Megan

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 831 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 30%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 90% (Top 10%)
  • : 84% (Top 20%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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