J.A. Chalkley Elementary vs Providence Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two 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
Providence Middle
North Chesterfield · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,033 students
| Measure | J.A. Chalkley Elementary Chesterfield, Virginia | Providence Middle North Chesterfield, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #637 of 1,142 | #226 of 340 |
| National rank | #11091 of 50,301 | #3327 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 835 | 1,033 |
| Enrollment | 835 | 1,033 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.7% | 75% |
| Students per teacher | 9.5 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 70% |
| Math proficiency | 75% | 79% |
| city | Chesterfield | North Chesterfield |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (70.3 vs 70.1).
- •Providence Middle does better on math proficiency (79% vs 75%).
- •Providence Middle does better on reading proficiency (70% vs 62%).
- •Providence Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (75% vs 77.7%).
- •J.A. Chalkley Elementary does better on students per teacher (9.5 vs 13.8).
- •Providence Middle is the larger school with 1,033 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Is J.A. Chalkley Elementary better than Providence Middle?
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 Providence Middle?
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. Providence Middle: 1,033. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do J.A. Chalkley Elementary and Providence Middle rank in Virginia?
J.A. Chalkley Elementary is 637th of 1,142 and Providence Middle is 226th of 340 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).