W.W. Gordon Elementary

11701 Gordon School Rd.
North Chesterfield, VA 23236

577 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

W.W. Gordon Elementary School, located in North Chesterfield, Virginia, is a part of the Chesterfield County Public Schools district. Serving students in the suburban community of Chesterfield, the school is dedicated to providing a foundational education that emphasizes both academic growth and social-emotional development. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive learning environment where students are encouraged to engage actively in the classroom and participate in a variety of school programs designed to build a strong sense of community.

The school is well-regarded for its focus on preparing elementary-aged children for future academic success through a comprehensive curriculum that aligns with Virginia’s state standards. Beyond core academics, W.W. Gordon emphasizes the importance of inclusivity and character education, aiming to cultivate well-rounded students. With a commitment to clear communication and collaboration between faculty, staff, and parents, the school works to ensure that every student has the resources and guidance necessary to thrive throughout their primary school years.

577

Total Students

36.0

Full-Time Teachers

16.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

19.2%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for W.W. Gordon Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	438
Hispanic	47
Black	42
Asian	18
Two or More	30
Pacific Islander	2

White
438 (75.9 %)
Hispanic
47 (8.1 %)
Black
42 (7.3 %)
Two or More
30 (5.2 %)
Asian
18 (3.1 %)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.3 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Chesterfield County Public Schools
Phone:	(804)378-2410
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	577
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	36.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	100
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	11

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 91

Grade 1 115

Grade 2 95

Grade 3 98

Grade 4 105

Grade 5 73

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for W.W. Gordon Elementary
Grade	Student Count
Kindergarten	91
Grade 1	115
Grade 2	95
Grade 3	98
Grade 4	105
Grade 5	73

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for W.W. Gordon Elementary
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	296	51.3%
Male	281	48.7%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)