Serving 557 students in grades 6-8, Crestwood Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 72% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Crestwood Middle serves the northern part of Chesapeake, VA, covering an area of approximately 9.9 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 1.9 miles and the furthest edge located about 4.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Crestwood Middle School's student population of 557 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
557 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Crestwood Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crestwood Middle School is 0.70, 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
#1052 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)61%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
20%
20%
Black
47%
21%
White
20%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.3%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crestwood Middle School's ranking?
Crestwood Middle School is ranked #1052 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Crestwood Middle School often compared to?
Crestwood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oscar Smith Middle School, Great Bridge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Crestwood Middle School?
557 students attend Crestwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Crestwood Middle School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crestwood Middle School?
Crestwood Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Crestwood Middle School offer ?
Crestwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Crestwood Middle School part of?
Crestwood Middle School is part of Chesapeake City School District.
In what neighborhood is Crestwood Middle School located?
Crestwood Middle School is located in the South Norfolk neighborhood of Chesapeake, VA. There are 5 other public schools located in South Norfolk.
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