BON AIR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Bon Air Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Chesterfield County Public Schools school district, located in Bon Air, VA with about 642 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 40 teachers, Bon Air Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Bon Air Elementary, located at 8701 Polk St in Bon Air, Virginia, is a well-established school serving the local community within the Chesterfield County Public Schools district. Known for its traditional setting and historic charm, the school is situated in a quiet, residential neighborhood, providing a stable and focused environment for its elementary-aged students. It serves as a central hub for the Bon Air area, fostering a close-knit school culture that emphasizes community involvement and academic foundation.

The school is dedicated to nurturing student growth through a comprehensive curriculum that balances core academics with social-emotional development. By leveraging its long-standing presence in the community, Bon Air Elementary maintains strong partnerships with local families and community members, which supports various extracurricular activities and academic enrichment programs. Its educational approach aims to prepare students for middle school by emphasizing critical thinking, literacy, and a collaborative learning atmosphere.

For more information, contact Bon Air Elementary at (804) 560-2700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

8701 Polk St
Bon Air, VA 23235-3403
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BON AIR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Bon Air, VA with about 642 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Virginia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
642
Teachers:
40.04
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 642 students

White
65.1%
Hispanic/Latino
21.0%
Black or African American
6.1%
Two or more races
5.1%
Asian
2.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
48.1%
Male
51.9%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.