Serving 606 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, C.c. Wells Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower 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 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 606 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
C.c. Wells Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
C.c. Wells Elementary School's student population of 606 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
606 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
C.c. Wells Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of C.c. Wells Elementary 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1419 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
14%
20%
Black
41%
21%
White
33%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
8%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is C.c. Wells Elementary School's ranking?
C.c. Wells Elementary School is ranked #1419 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are C.c. Wells Elementary School often compared to?
C.c. Wells Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like C.e. Curtis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend C.c. Wells Elementary School?
606 students attend C.c. Wells Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of C.c. Wells Elementary School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of C.c. Wells Elementary School?
C.c. Wells Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does C.c. Wells Elementary School offer ?
C.c. Wells Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is C.c. Wells Elementary School part of?
C.c. Wells Elementary School is part of Chesterfield County School District.
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