Serving 681 students in grades 3-5, Great Bridge Int 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 18:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 681 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Great Bridge Int ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Great Bridge Int's student population of 681 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
681 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Great Bridge Int 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 Int is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#96 out of 1792 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
9%
18%
Black
9%
22%
White
72%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Great Bridge Int's ranking?
Great Bridge Int 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 Int often compared to?
Great Bridge Intis 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 Int?
681 students attend Great Bridge Int.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Great Bridge Int students are White, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Great Bridge Int?
Great Bridge Int has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Great Bridge Int offer ?
Great Bridge Int offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Great Bridge Int part of?
Great Bridge Int is part of Chesapeake City PBLC Schs School District.
In what neighborhood is Great Bridge Int located?
Great Bridge Int is located in the Great Bridge neighborhood of Chesapeake, VA. There are 5 other public schools located in Great Bridge.
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