Serving 1,491 students in grades 9-12, Great Bridge High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,491 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Great Bridge High serves the northeast part of Chesapeake, VA, covering an area of approximately 11 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 3.1 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Great Bridge 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
Great Bridge High School's student population of 1,491 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 113 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,491 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
113 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1907
School Rankings
Great Bridge High 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 Great Bridge High School is 0.60, 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
#197 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)87%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
12%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
17%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
59%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Graduation Rate
92%
88.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Great Bridge High School's ranking?
Great Bridge High School is ranked #197 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Great Bridge High School often compared to?
Great Bridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grassfield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Great Bridge High School?
The graduation rate of Great Bridge High School is 92%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend Great Bridge High School?
1,491 students attend Great Bridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Great Bridge High School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Great Bridge High School?
Great Bridge High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Great Bridge High School offer ?
Great Bridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Great Bridge High School part of?
Great Bridge High School is part of Chesapeake City School District.
In what neighborhood is Great Bridge High School located?
Great Bridge High 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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