Average
#902 of 1,851 schools in VA
Top 49% in state
O.b. Gates Elementary
Elementary School · Chesterfield County Public Schools
10001 Courthouse Rd., Chesterfield, VA 23832
Enrollment
617
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
617
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Virginia schools
#902 of 1,851
In Chesterfield
#3 of 7
public schools
In district
#17 of 65
Chesterfield County Public Schools
Equity
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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O.b. Gates Elementary
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About O.b. Gates Elementary
O.b. Gates Elementary is a public elementary school in Chesterfield, VA, part of Chesterfield County Public Schools. O.b.
Gates Elementary serves approximately 617 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. O.b. Gates Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #902 of 1,851 schools in VA.
Structured state assessment records for O.b. Gates Elementary show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- VA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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O.b. Gates Elementary — Students at O.b. Gates Elementary score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 70%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.3%
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: 5.0/10.
How O.b. Gates Elementary Compares
See how O.b. Gates 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
10001 Courthouse Rd., Chesterfield, VA 23832
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering O.b. Gates Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE GODDARD SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Jacobs Road Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 4.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Ecoff Elementary (rated 5.4/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Chester), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Chesterfield, see our Chesterfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lloyd C. Bird High Chesterfield | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL Chesterfield | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Salem Church Middle North Chesterfield | 0.9 mi | 2.4 |
| Salem Church Elementary North Chesterfield | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Beulah Elementary North Chesterfield | 1.7 mi | 2.9 |
| PRIMROSE AT IRONBRIDGE CORNER Chester | 2.0 mi | — |
| Ecoff Elementary Chester | 3.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Carver College and Career Academy Chester | 3.2 mi | 2.5 |
| Meadowbrook High North Chesterfield | 3.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Hopkins Road Elementary North Chesterfield | 3.6 mi | 4.2 |
| J.G. Hening Elementary North Chesterfield | 4.1 mi | 3.3 |
| GUARDIAN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chesterfield | 3.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Bellwood Elementary North Chesterfield | 3.4 mi | 2.1 |
| RICHMOND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chesterfield | 4.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Jacobs Road Elementary Chesterfield | 4.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Bensley Elementary North Chesterfield | 4.3 mi | 2.0 |
| Thomas Dale High Chester | 4.0 mi | 5.8 |
| C.E. Curtis Elementary Chester | 4.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Falling Creek Elementary Richmond | 5.0 mi | 2.9 |
| Falling Creek Middle North Chesterfield | 5.1 mi | 2.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 23832 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$103,742
Median Home Value
$334,800
Median Rent
$1,851/mo
Population
42,410
College Educated
40.5%
Homeownership
85.3%
Avg Commute
26.8 min
Poverty Rate
5.4%
Median Age
36.9
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A. Henderson Elementary Dumfries, VA | 6.4 |
| Achilles Elementary Hayes, VA | 6.4 |
| Beech Tree Elementary Falls Church, VA | 6.4 |
| Brock Road Elementary Spotsylvania, VA | 6.4 |
| Centreville Elementary Centreville, VA | 6.4 |
| Falling Branch Elementary Christiansburg, VA | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about O.b. Gates Elementary
What grades does O.b. Gates Elementary serve?
O.b. Gates Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend O.b. Gates Elementary?
O.b. Gates Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 617 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at O.b. Gates Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at O.b. Gates Elementary is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does O.b. Gates Elementary rank in VA?
O.b. Gates Elementary ranks #902 of 1,851 schools in VA.
What is O.b. Gates Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
O.b. Gates Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 O.b. Gates Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, O.b. Gates Elementary has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is O.b. Gates Elementary a charter school?
No, O.b. Gates Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is O.b. Gates Elementary a Title I school?
No, O.b. Gates Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for O.b. Gates Elementary?
76.3% of students at O.b. Gates 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
- 617
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 60
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Chesterfield County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.9%
- Phone
- (804) 768-6195
Resources & Links
District
Chesterfield County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 64,132
- Schools in District
- 73
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,776
- District Rank
- #17 of 65
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