Great Bridge Intermediate

253 West Hanbury Rd
Chesapeake, VA 23322
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 727 students in grades 3-5, Great Bridge Intermediate ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). 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 19:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 3-5
  • Enrollment: 727 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 27%
  • : Top 10% in VA
  • : 83% (Top 5%)
  • : 87% (Top 10%)
  • : 77% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Great Bridge Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

School Overview

Great Bridge Intermediate's student population of 727 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
727 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers

School Rankings

Great Bridge Intermediate ranks within the top 10% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Great Bridge Intermediate is 0.45, 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.
This School
State Level (VA)
#96 out of 1792 schools
(Top 10%)
(20-21)
83%
54%
(20-21)
87%
69%
(20-21)
77%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
8%
22%
White
73%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.45
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Great Bridge Intermediate's ranking?
Great Bridge Intermediate is ranked #96 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Great Bridge Intermediate often compared to?
Great Bridge Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Hickory Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Great Bridge Intermediate?
727 students attend Great Bridge Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Great Bridge Intermediate students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Great Bridge Intermediate?
Great Bridge Intermediate has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Great Bridge Intermediate offer ?
Great Bridge Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Great Bridge Intermediate part of?
Great Bridge Intermediate is part of Chesapeake City School District.
In what neighborhood is Great Bridge Intermediate located?
Great Bridge Intermediate is located in the Great Bridge neighborhood of Chesapeake, VA. There are 5 other public schools located in Great Bridge.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 3-5
  • Enrollment: 727 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 27%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 83% (Top 5%)
  • : 87% (Top 10%)
  • : 77% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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