Grassfield High School is a public high school located in Chesapeake, Virginia, USA, and is administered by Chesapeake City Public Schools. It was built to ease overcrowding at Deep Creek High School, Great Bridge High School, and Hickory High School.
Serving 2,345 students in grades 9-12, Grassfield High School ranks in the top 5% 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 90% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,345 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 90% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Grassfield High serves the southern part of Chesapeake, VA, covering approximately 90.6 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 6.4 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 12.4 miles at the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grassfield High 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
Grassfield High School's student population of 2,345 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 155 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,345 students
Total Classroom Teachers
155 teachers
Year Founded
2007
School Calendar
School Rankings
Grassfield High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grassfield High School is 0.65, 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
#36 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)92%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)84%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Asian
6%
8%
Hispanic
14%
20%
Black
15%
21%
White
55%
44%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
88.8%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.4%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Grizzlies, Mr. Griz
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grassfield High School's ranking?
Grassfield High School is ranked #36 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Grassfield High School often compared to?
Grassfield High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hickory High School, Great Bridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Grassfield High School?
The graduation rate of Grassfield High School is 92%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend Grassfield High School?
2,345 students attend Grassfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Grassfield High School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grassfield High School?
Grassfield High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Grassfield High School offer ?
Grassfield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Grassfield High School part of?
Grassfield High School is part of Chesapeake City School District.
In what neighborhood is Grassfield High School located?
Grassfield High School is located in the Pleasant Grove West neighborhood of Chesapeake, VA. There are 2 other public schools located in Pleasant Grove West.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Both our kids attended this school, and we are very happy with the services provided. They have a great sports program, great music and fine art education, and JROTC activities. The faculty was always very supportive, and the technology applied is state of the art.
2 10/10/2025
Poor academic support classes.
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