Serving 988 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cedar Road Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 91% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 988 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Cedar Road Elementary serves the northern part of Chesapeake, VA, covering an area of approximately 6.8 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the edge of the zone being 1.9 miles and the furthest edge reaching 3.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cedar Road Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cedar Road Elementary School's student population of 988 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
988 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Cedar Road Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cedar Road Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#99 out of 1773 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)86%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cedar Road Elementary School's ranking?
Cedar Road Elementary School is ranked #99 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Cedar Road Elementary School often compared to?
Cedar Road Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grassfield Elementary School, Hickory Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Cedar Road Elementary School?
988 students attend Cedar Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Cedar Road Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cedar Road Elementary School?
Cedar Road Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cedar Road Elementary School offer ?
Cedar Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cedar Road Elementary School part of?
Cedar Road Elementary School is part of Chesapeake City School District.
In what neighborhood is Cedar Road Elementary School located?
Cedar Road Elementary School is located in the Great Bridge neighborhood of Chesapeake, VA. There are 5 other public schools located in Great Bridge.
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