J.G. HENING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

J.G. Hening Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Chesterfield County Public Schools school district, located in North Chesterfield, VA with about 881 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 58 teachers, J.G. Hening Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

J.G. Hening Elementary School, located in North Chesterfield, Virginia, serves students in pre-kindergarten through fifth grade as part of the Chesterfield County Public Schools system. The school is situated in a residential area of the Richmond metropolitan region and functions as a core community hub, dedicated to providing a foundational academic experience. With a focus on literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional development, the school strives to create an inclusive environment that supports the diverse needs of its student population.

Like many schools in the Chesterfield district, J.G. Hening emphasizes a balanced curriculum that incorporates modern instructional technology and collaborative learning. The school community typically engages in various parent-teacher initiatives and extracurricular opportunities aimed at fostering student growth both inside and outside the classroom. By prioritizing strong teacher-student relationships and community involvement, J.G. Hening aims to prepare its young learners for success as they transition into the middle school level.

For more information, contact J.G. Hening Elementary at (804) 743-3655 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.