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Chesterfield County

Virginia · Public K-12

Public-school enrollment in Chesterfield County clocks in around 64,194 students across 76 schools (52 elementary, 12 middle, and 12 high).

7-year change in Chesterfield County

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
64,194
+3,279 (+5%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
65
+4 (+7%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
42%
was 50%
% Hispanic
23%
was 16%
% Black
26%
was 26%
% Asian
3%
was 3%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
Residents
377,869
all ages · ACS 5-yr
Schools
76
3 districts
Enrollment
64,194
students · NCES CCD
Median income
$101,931
Above Virginia avg
Free/reduced lunch
53.7%
Below Virginia avg
Elementary
52
29,306 students
Middle
12
14,307 students
High
12
20,581 students
Combined / other
0
schools
LARGEST DISTRICT
Chesterfield County Public Schools
64,194 students · 3 districts in Chesterfield County

County vs. school enrollment demographics

Left bar is the racial makeup of Chesterfield County residents (Census ACS 5-year). Right bar is the enrollment-weighted makeup of public schools in the county (NCES CCD). NCES systematically under-reports Hispanic, Pacific Islander, and Native American enrollment for many schools; where the resident share is meaningful but the reported school share is zero, we mark the school bar "not reported".

County residents
White
58%
Hispanic
12%
Black
23%
Asian
4%
Two or more
8%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
School enrollment
White
42%
Hispanic
23%
Black
26%
Asian
3%
Two or more
6%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
Bachelor's+
43.8%
adults 25+
Poverty rate
4.9%
ACS 5-year
Unemployment
4.6%
civilian labor
Median age
39
23.7% under 18

Test scores in Chesterfield County

Latest 2024-25 ELA proficiency, 63 schools ranked. Virginia state average: 74.2%.

See all 63 schools in Chesterfield County ranked by score →

All schools (76)

LargestA-ZTop rated
NameCityLevelGradesEnrollmentRating
Thomas Dale HighChesterHigh09-122,582·
Cosby HighMidlothianHigh09-122,507·
Manchester HighMidlothianHigh09-122,236·
Lloyd C. Bird HighChesterfieldHigh09-122,131·
Midlothian HighMidlothianHigh09-122,048·
Meadowbrook HighNorth ChesterfieldHigh09-121,953·
James River HighMidlothianHigh09-121,842·
Clover Hill HighMidlothianHigh09-121,742·
Tomahawk Creek MiddleMidlothianMiddle06-081,650·
Monacan HighRichmondHigh09-121,644·
Matoaca HighChesterfieldHigh09-121,624·
Bailey Bridge MiddleMidlothianMiddle06-081,496·
Falling Creek MiddleNorth ChesterfieldMiddle06-081,443·
Elizabeth Davis MiddleChesterMiddle06-081,364·
Midlothian MiddleMidlothianMiddle06-081,330·
Swift Creek MiddleMidlothianMiddle06-081,180·
Manchester MiddleNorth ChesterfieldMiddle06-081,109·
Robious MiddleMidlothianMiddle06-081,081·
Providence MiddleNorth ChesterfieldMiddle06-081,033·
Old Hundred ElementaryMidlothianElementaryPK-05981·
Moseley ElementaryMoseleyElementaryPK-05972·
Carver MiddleChesterMiddle06-08970·
J.B. Watkins ElementaryMidlothianElementaryPK-05913·
Beulah ElementaryNorth ChesterfieldElementaryPK-05902·
J.G. Hening ElementaryNorth ChesterfieldElementaryPK-05877·
Salem Church MiddleNorth ChesterfieldMiddle06-08876·
Clover Hill ElementaryMidlothianElementaryPK-05866·
Spring Run ElementaryMidlothianElementaryPK-05848·
J.A. Chalkley ElementaryChesterfieldElementaryPK-05835·
Winterpock ElementaryChesterfieldElementaryPK-05834·
Falling Creek ElementaryRichmondElementaryPK-05823·
Woolridge ElementaryMidlothianElementaryPK-05813·
Evergreen ElementaryMidlothianElementaryPK-05797·
Hopkins Road ElementaryNorth ChesterfieldElementaryPK-05776·
Matoaca MiddleMatoacaMiddle06-08775·
C.E. Curtis ElementaryChesterElementaryPK-05767·
Ecoff ElementaryChesterElementaryPK-05764·
Elizabeth Scott ElementaryChesterElementaryPK-05729·
Grange Hall ElementaryMoseleyElementaryPK-05724·
Swift Creek ElementaryMidlothianElementaryPK-05724·
Jacobs Road ElementaryChesterfieldElementaryPK-05716·
A.M. Davis ElementaryNorth ChesterfieldElementaryPK-05708·
Thelma Crenshaw ElementaryMidlothianElementaryPK-05708·
Enon ElementaryChesterElementaryPK-05691·
Providence ElementaryNorth ChesterfieldElementaryPK-05682·
Matoaca ElementarySouth ChesterfieldElementaryPK-05676·
Alberta Smith ElementaryMidlothianElementaryPK-05671·
Robious ElementaryMidlothianElementaryPK-05660·
Marguerite F. Christian ElementaryColonial HeightsElementaryPK-05642·
Crestwood ElementaryRichmondElementaryPK-05635·
W.W. Gordon ElementaryNorth ChesterfieldElementaryPK-05628·
O.B. Gates ElementaryChesterfieldElementaryPK-05620·
Bensley ElementaryNorth ChesterfieldElementaryPK-05615·
Reams Road ElementaryNorth ChesterfieldElementaryPK-05612·
C.C. Wells ElementaryChesterElementaryPK-05606·
Bettie Weaver ElementaryMidlothianElementaryPK-05605·
Salem Church ElementaryNorth ChesterfieldElementaryPK-05574·
Ettrick ElementaryEttrickElementaryPK-05560·
Greenfield ElementaryNorth ChesterfieldElementaryPK-05519·
Bellwood ElementaryNorth ChesterfieldElementaryPK-05493·
Bon Air ElementaryBon AirElementaryPK-05488·
Harrowgate ElementaryChesterElementaryPK-05486·
Chesterfield Virtual SchoolChesterfieldElementaryKG-08440·
Chester Early Childhood Learning AcademyChesterElementaryPK-PK326·
Carver College and Career AcademyChesterHigh09-12272·
Academy 360MidlothianElementaryN-N··
CCPS OnlineMidlothianElementaryN-N··
Chesterfield Career & Technical Center at HullMidlothianElementaryN-N··
Chesterfield Career and Technical Center at CourthouseChesterfieldElementaryN-N··
Chesterfield Co Governor's Health/Science AcademyMidlothianElementaryN-N··
Chesterfield Juvenile Detention HomeChesterfieldElementaryN-N··
Chesterfield Recovery AcademyMidlothianElementaryN-N··
Deep Creek MiddleMoseleyElementaryM-M··
Governor's Career and Technical Academy for Engineering StudChesterfieldElementaryN-N··
Phoenix CenterChesterfieldElementaryN-N··
Yvonne B. Miller High SchoolNorth ChesterfieldHigh06-12··

Cities in Chesterfield County

Midlothian26 schoolsNorth Chesterfield17 schoolsChester11 schoolsChesterfield11 schoolsMoseley3 schoolsRichmond3 schoolsBon Air1 schoolColonial Heights1 schoolEttrick1 schoolMatoaca1 schoolSouth Chesterfield1 school

About Chesterfield County

Chesterfield County is a broad Virginia county of about 377,869 residents, home to 76 public schools and roughly 64,194 students.

Looking at the broader picture, census numbers show median household income runs near $101,931, 44% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the poverty rate is around 5%. That income level is 33% noticeably above the Virginia median.

Looking at the level breakdown, Chesterfield County is made up of 52 elementary schools (29,306 students), 12 middle schools (14,307), and 12 high schools (20,581).

Chesterfield County Public Schools is the biggest district by enrollment, covering about 64,194 students across Chesterfield County.

Looking at the last 7 years. Total public-school enrollment in Chesterfield County has climbed 5% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 60,915 students to 64,194. Over that span, Chesterfield County gained 4 schools, going from 61 to 65. The White share of public-school enrollment contracted from 50% to 42%.

On allk12, the community for Chesterfield County discusses open enrollment windows, redistricting talk, and busing logistics. Parents, students, and educators in the area can post or comment.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Chesterfield County?
Chesterfield County, Virginia has 76 public K-12 schools serving approximately 64,194 students.
How many high schools are in Chesterfield County?
Chesterfield County, Virginia has 12 public high schools, serving approximately 20,581 students.
How many middle schools are in Chesterfield County?
Chesterfield County, Virginia has 12 public middle schools, serving approximately 14,307 students.
How many elementary schools are in Chesterfield County?
Chesterfield County, Virginia has 52 public elementary schools, serving approximately 29,306 students.
What is the largest school district in Chesterfield County?
Chesterfield County Public Schools is the largest school district in Chesterfield County, serving approximately 64,194 students. The county contains 3 school districts overall.
How many people live in Chesterfield County?
Chesterfield County has roughly 377,869 residents according to the latest Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What is the median household income in Chesterfield County?
Median household income in Chesterfield County is $101,931, above the Virginia average of $76,527. About 4.9% of residents live below the federal poverty line.
How educated are residents of Chesterfield County?
Approximately 43.8% of adults 25 and older in Chesterfield County hold a bachelor's degree or higher, according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What share of students in Chesterfield County qualify for free or reduced lunch?
Roughly 53.7% of students in Chesterfield County public schools qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, a common proxy for low-income enrollment. This is lower than the Virginia county average of 75.7%.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Chesterfield County schools?
Across Chesterfield County public schools, the enrollment-weighted student-teacher ratio is approximately 14.2 to 1.

Chesterfield County school rankings

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DATA · Census ACS 5-year · NCES Common Core of Data