O.b. Gates Elementary

O.B. Gates Elementary serves 617 students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade in Chesterfield, Virginia, earning a strong 7.3 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout. The school ranks impressively at #63 out of 1,856 Virginia elementary schools, placing it in the 97th percentile statewide.

With 60 full-time equivalent teachers, O.B. Gates maintains an excellent 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio, allowing for more individualized attention in the classroom. This smaller class environment can be particularly beneficial for elementary-aged learners who thrive with additional support and guidance.

The school draws families from a well-established community where 39% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, and the median household income reaches $100,744. The neighborhood's low poverty rate of 5% reflects the area's economic stability, with median home values around $296,200 indicating a solid residential community. Located on Courthouse Road, O.B.

Gates Elementary sits within Chesterfield County's large suburban setting, serving a ZIP code population of over 40,000 residents. The school's high state ranking suggests it successfully serves this affluent suburban community, providing quality elementary education in an environment that supports both academic achievement and family engagement.