Overview

J B Watkins Elementary School is a public school in Midlothian, VA, offering a Gifted & Talented program. It is one of 49 elementary schools in Chesterfield County Public Schools.
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School Rating

J B Watkins Elementary School is performing above average compared to public and charter schools in Virginia with the same grade levels.
7/10
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ACADEMICS

Test Scores

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Student Demographics

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About the School

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Neighborhood

501 Coalfield Road
Midlothian, VA 23114
School leader: Ms Deborah McGonigle
(804) 378-2530
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