Serving 440 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, G.a. Treakle Elementary 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 56% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: G A TREAKLE ELEM serves the northern part of Chesapeake, VA, covering an area of approximately 3.2 square miles. Most families live within a 1.2-mile average distance from the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.6 miles away, making typical drive times around 5 to 10 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
G.a. Treakle Elementary School's student population of 440 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
440 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
G.a. Treakle Elementary 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 G.a. Treakle Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#1120 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)56%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
43%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
24%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.7%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
10%
6%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 23-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 G.a. Treakle Elementary School's ranking?
G.a. Treakle Elementary School is ranked #1120 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
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 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend G.a. Treakle Elementary School?
440 students attend G.a. Treakle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of G.a. Treakle Elementary School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of G.a. Treakle Elementary School?
G.a. Treakle Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does G.a. Treakle Elementary School offer ?
G.a. Treakle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is G.a. Treakle Elementary School part of?
G.a. Treakle Elementary School is part of Chesapeake City School District.
In what neighborhood is G.a. Treakle Elementary School located?
G.a. Treakle Elementary School is located in the Deep Creek North neighborhood of Chesapeake, VA. There are 3 other public schools located in Deep Creek North.
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