Serving 1,347 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Grassfield Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (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 43% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,347 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grassfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Grassfield Elementary School's student population of 1,347 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,347 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Grassfield Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grassfield Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#265 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)78%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
8%
Hispanic
12%
19%
Black
15%
22%
White
57%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grassfield Elementary School's ranking?
Grassfield Elementary School is ranked #265 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Grassfield Elementary School often compared to?
Grassfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Road Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Grassfield Elementary School?
1,347 students attend Grassfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Grassfield Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Grassfield Elementary School?
Grassfield Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Grassfield Elementary School offer ?
Grassfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Grassfield Elementary School part of?
Grassfield Elementary School is part of Chesapeake City School District.
In what neighborhood is Grassfield Elementary School located?
Grassfield Elementary School is located in the Deep Creek South neighborhood of Chesapeake, VA. There are 2 other public schools located in Deep Creek South.
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