Serving 728 students in grades 3-5, Great Bridge Intermediate ranks in the top 5% 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 91% (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 18:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 728 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Great Bridge Intermediate serves the northeast part of Chesapeake, VA, covering an area of approximately 6.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 3.2 miles away.
- 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:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Great Bridge Intermediate's student population of 728 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
728 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Great Bridge Intermediate 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 Great Bridge Intermediate is 0.48, 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
#64 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)87%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)77%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
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)3.2%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 Great Bridge Intermediate's ranking?
Great Bridge Intermediate is ranked #64 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% 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?
91% 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).
How many students attend Great Bridge Intermediate?
728 students attend Great Bridge Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Great Bridge Intermediate students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Great Bridge Intermediate?
Great Bridge Intermediate has a student ration of 18:1, 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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