J.A. Chalkley Elementary vs J.G. Hening Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 3.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
J.A. Chalkley Elementary
Chesterfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
835 students
J.G. Hening Elementary
North Chesterfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
877 students
| Measure | J.A. Chalkley Elementary Chesterfield, Virginia | J.G. Hening Elementary North Chesterfield, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #637 of 1,142 | #677 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #11091 of 50,301 | #11726 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 835 | 877 |
| Enrollment | 835 | 877 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.7% | 77.4% |
| Students per teacher | 9.5 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 75% | 74% |
| city | Chesterfield | North Chesterfield |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (70.3 vs 69.4).
- •J.A. Chalkley Elementary does better on math proficiency (75% vs 74%).
- •J.G. Hening Elementary does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 62%).
- •J.G. Hening Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.4% vs 77.7%).
- •J.A. Chalkley Elementary does better on students per teacher (9.5 vs 11.9).
- •J.G. Hening Elementary is the larger school with 877 students compared with 835.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is J.A. Chalkley Elementary better than J.G. Hening Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are J.A. Chalkley Elementary and J.G. Hening Elementary?
About 3.3 km in a straight line, between Chesterfield and North Chesterfield in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
J.A. Chalkley Elementary: 835. J.G. Hening Elementary: 877. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do J.A. Chalkley Elementary and J.G. Hening Elementary rank in Virginia?
J.A. Chalkley Elementary is 637th of 1,142 and J.G. Hening Elementary is 677th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).