For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 831 students in 24531, VA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 24531, VA are Union Hall Elementary School, Chatham Middle School and Chatham Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 24531 have an average math proficiency score of 79% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 24531, VA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24531, VA Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Union Hall Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 Union Hall Cir
Chatham, VA 24531
(434) 724-7010
Chatham, VA 24531
(434) 724-7010
Gr: PK-5 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Chatham Middle School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11650 Us Highway 29 North
Chatham, VA 24531
(434) 432-2169
Chatham, VA 24531
(434) 432-2169
Gr: 6-8 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #33.
Chatham Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
245 Chatham Elementary Lane
Chatham, VA 24531
(434) 432-6461
Chatham, VA 24531
(434) 432-6461
Gr: PK-5 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
24531, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Chatham Diversion Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1541 Concord Rd
Chatham, VA 24531
(804) 432-4881
Chatham, VA 24531
(804) 432-4881
Green Rock Correctional Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
475 Green Rock Ln
Chatham, VA 24531
(434) 797-2000
Chatham, VA 24531
(434) 797-2000
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 24531, VA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 24531, VA include Union Hall Elementary School, Chatham Middle School and Chatham Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 24531?
3 public elementary schools are located in 24531.
What is the racial composition of students in 24531?
24531 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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