Serving 762 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 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). 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 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 762 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 20%)
- 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 762 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
762 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Edwin W. Chittum Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 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 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#231 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)82%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
8%
20%
Black
17%
21%
White
62%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 #231 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% 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?
762 students attend Edwin W. Chittum Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Edwin W. Chittum Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edwin W. Chittum Elementary School?
Edwin W. Chittum Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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