Serving 1,206 students in grades 6-8, Great Bridge Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is equal to the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,206 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Great Bridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Great Bridge Middle School's student population of 1,206 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,206 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Great Bridge Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Great Bridge Middle School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#583 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
11%
18%
Black
9%
22%
White
66%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Great Bridge Middle School's ranking?
Great Bridge Middle School is ranked #583 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Great Bridge Middle School often compared to?
Great Bridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hickory Middle School, Greenbrier Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Great Bridge Middle School?
1,206 students attend Great Bridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Great Bridge Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Great Bridge Middle School?
Great Bridge Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Great Bridge Middle School offer ?
Great Bridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Great Bridge Middle School part of?
Great Bridge Middle School is part of Chesapeake City PBLC Schs School District.
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