Below Average
#1480 of 1,851 schools in VA
C.c. Wells Elementary
Elementary School · Chesterfield County Public Schools
13101 S. Chester Rd., Chester, VA 23831
Enrollment
582
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
582
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Virginia schools
#1,480 of 1,851
In Chester
#5 of 11
public schools
In district
#40 of 65
Chesterfield County Public Schools
Equity
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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C.c. Wells Elementary
Elementary School in Chester · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About C.c. Wells Elementary
C.c. Wells Elementary is a public elementary school in Chester, VA, part of Chesterfield County Public Schools. C.c.
Wells Elementary serves approximately 582 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. C.c. Wells Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,480 of 1,851 schools in VA.
Structured state assessment records for C.c. Wells Elementary show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- VA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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C.c. Wells Elementary — Students at C.c. Wells Elementary score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)
Based on 33 test records from VA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.0/10.
How C.c. Wells Elementary Compares
See how C.c. Wells Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
13101 S. Chester Rd., Chester, VA 23831
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering C.c. Wells Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE GODDARD SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Chesterfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Colonial Heights), which scores notably higher. Additionally, O.B. Gates Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Chesterfield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chester, see our Chester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| C.E. Curtis Elementary Chester | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Thomas Dale High Chester | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Ecoff Elementary Chester | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Chester Early Childhood Learning Academy Chester | 2.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Carver College and Career Academy Chester | 2.0 mi | 2.5 |
| Harrowgate Elementary Chester | 2.4 mi | 3.8 |
| Carver Middle Chester | 2.4 mi | 2.5 |
| Marguerite F. Christian Elementary Colonial Heights | 2.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Bellwood Elementary North Chesterfield | 3.8 mi | 2.1 |
| PRIMROSE AT IRONBRIDGE CORNER Chester | 3.5 mi | — |
| Matoaca High Chesterfield | 4.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Salem Church Elementary North Chesterfield | 4.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Salem Church Middle North Chesterfield | 4.2 mi | 2.4 |
| North Elementary Colonial Heights | 4.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Lakeview Elementary Colonial Heights | 5.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Lloyd C. Bird High Chesterfield | 4.7 mi | 5.0 |
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL Chesterfield | 4.5 mi | 6.9 |
| O.B. Gates Elementary Chesterfield | 5.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Colonial Heights High Colonial Heights | 5.4 mi | 7.4 |
| GODDARD SCHOOL-RIVERS BEND Chester | 4.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 23831 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,092
Median Home Value
$300,200
Median Rent
$1,560/mo
Population
37,819
College Educated
36.7%
Homeownership
74.7%
Avg Commute
28.6 min
Poverty Rate
5.8%
Median Age
41
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|---|---|
| Abingdon Elementary Arlington, VA | 4.5 |
| Achievable Dream Academy Newport News, VA | 4.5 |
| Annandale Terrace Elementary Annandale, VA | 4.5 |
| Cool Spring Primary King William, VA | 4.5 |
| J.L. Francis Elementary Richmond, VA | 4.5 |
| Nathanael Greene Primary Stanardsville, VA | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about C.c. Wells Elementary
What grades does C.c. Wells Elementary serve?
C.c. Wells Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend C.c. Wells Elementary?
C.c. Wells Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 582 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at C.c. Wells Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at C.c. Wells Elementary is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does C.c. Wells Elementary rank in VA?
C.c. Wells Elementary ranks #1,480 of 1,851 schools in VA.
What is C.c. Wells Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
C.c. Wells Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at C.c. Wells Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, C.c. Wells Elementary has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is C.c. Wells Elementary a charter school?
No, C.c. Wells Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is C.c. Wells Elementary a Title I school?
No, C.c. Wells Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for C.c. Wells Elementary?
77.1% of students at C.c. Wells Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 582
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Chesterfield County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.6%
- Phone
- (804) 768-6265
Resources & Links
District
Chesterfield County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 64,132
- Schools in District
- 73
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,776
- District Rank
- #40 of 65
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