C.C. WELLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

C.C. Wells Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Chesterfield County Public Schools school district, located in Chester, VA with about 618 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 37 teachers, C.C. Wells 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.

C.C. Wells Elementary School, located in Chester, Virginia, is a cornerstone of the local Chesterfield County Public Schools district. Serving students in the pre-kindergarten through fifth-grade levels, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive academic environment. It focuses on foundational learning, emphasizing core subjects like literacy and mathematics while encouraging students to develop critical thinking skills and character values that prepare them for future academic success.

The school is known for its strong community atmosphere, often prioritizing parental involvement and collaborative partnerships between teachers, families, and staff. By utilizing a variety of instructional strategies and modern resources, C.C. Wells aims to meet the diverse needs of its student body. The school culture centers on creating a safe and engaging space where young learners are empowered to reach their full potential, both as scholars and as active, responsible members of the Chester community.

For more information, contact C.C. Wells Elementary at (804) 768-6265 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

13101 S. Chester Rd.
Chester, VA 23831-4553
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C.C. WELLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Chester, VA with about 618 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Virginia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
618
Teachers:
37.5
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 618 students

White
49.8%
Black or African American
32.5%
Hispanic/Latino
10.2%
Two or more races
4.9%
Asian
1.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.8%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.5%

Female
48.2%
Male
51.8%

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.