Serving 805 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Edwin W. Chittum Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 82% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 805 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edwin W. Chittum Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Edwin W. Chittum Elementary School's student population of 805 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
805 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Edwin W. Chittum Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edwin W. Chittum Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#187 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)82%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)82%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
16%
22%
White
63%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edwin W. Chittum Elementary School's ranking?
Edwin W. Chittum Elementary School is ranked #187 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Edwin W. Chittum Elementary School often compared to?
Edwin W. Chittum Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Western Branch Primary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Edwin W. Chittum Elementary School?
805 students attend Edwin W. Chittum Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Edwin W. Chittum Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edwin W. Chittum Elementary School?
Edwin W. Chittum Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Edwin W. Chittum Elementary School offer ?
Edwin W. Chittum Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Edwin W. Chittum Elementary School part of?
Edwin W. Chittum Elementary School is part of Chesapeake City School District.
In what neighborhood is Edwin W. Chittum Elementary School located?
Edwin W. Chittum Elementary School is located in the Western Branch South neighborhood of Chesapeake, VA. There are 2 other public schools located in Western Branch South.
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