Chamberlayne Elementary School

8200 ST CHARLES RD RICHMOND VA 23227

About Chamberlayne Elementary School

One of the best-performing elementary schools in Richmond, Virginia, is Chamberlayne Elementary School, which comes in at the 7th position in the Henrico County Public Schools Elementary Schools rankings. With a 12:1 student-teacher ratio, 27 full-time teachers, and one full-time counselor, the school educates 318 students in grades PK–5. The student body is diverse, consisting of 89% economically disadvantaged students, 45% female students, 55% male students, and 87% minority students. While providing arts, STEM, and extracurricular programs, Chamberlayne places a strong emphasis on science, math, and reading. Personalized learning is promoted by a nurturing atmosphere and strong parental participation. The school is a model of success in Henrico County because it continuously produces excellent academic results and holistic development.

Contact Information

Address

8200 ST CHARLES RD RICHMOND VA 23227

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Phone

(804) 261-5030

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 46%
Reading 46%
State average proficiency is 46% in Math and 46% in Reading.
26
Full-time Teachers
13 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
318
Total Students
$63942
Avg. Teacher Salary

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TOP 151 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Chamberlayne Elementary School

2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

School Ratings

Ranked

151

of 181 in Virginia

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:40 AM - 2:10 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:25 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 13.21%
Asian 5.03%
Hispanic 16.67%
Black 57.23%
Two+ Races 7.23%
Native Am. 0.63%
White
13.21%
Asian
5.03%
Hispanic
16.67%
Black
57.23%
Two+ Races
7.23%
Native Am.
0.63%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 318
44.65%
142 Female
55.35%
176 Male

Student Population

318 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 13 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

343 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

Latest News

Chamberlayne Elementary School recently recognized teacher, Madeline Hughes, with the CBS 6 Gives award. On August 14, 2025, the school held its 2025-2026 Open House, announced the “Right at School” after-school program, and announced upcoming community events, “Fun in the Sun,” and a Meet & Greet to continue building family and student connection and engagement.

FAQ

Q.What is the subject of the teachings at Chamberlayne Elementary School?

A.Chamberlayne Elementary School is devoted to cradle-to-career essential curriculum and literacy instruction.

Q.Does Chamberlayne Elementary School collaborate with community organizations?

A.Yes, Chamberlayne Elementary School frequently collaborates with a variety of community partners to support students and families.

Q.Which quadrant of the county is Chamberlayne Elementary School located in?

A.Chamberlayne Elementary School is primarily located in Henrico County, directly adjacent to the city borders.

Q.Does Chamberlayne Elementary School provide special education services?

A.Yes, Chamberlayne Elementary School provides comprehensive special education and related services.

Q.How does Chamberlayne Elementary School communicate with parents?

A.Chamberlayne Elementary School communicates with parents via a variety of formats, including digital and paper options such as newsletters.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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