Great Bridge Primary serves 610 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 610 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Attendance Zone: Great Bridge Primary 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 an average distance of 1.4 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Great Bridge Primary's student population of 610 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
610 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Great Bridge Primary is 0.49, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
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
70%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
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)8.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
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
How many students attend Great Bridge Primary?
610 students attend Great Bridge Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Great Bridge Primary students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Great Bridge Primary?
Great Bridge Primary has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Great Bridge Primary offer ?
Great Bridge Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Great Bridge Primary part of?
Great Bridge Primary is part of Chesapeake City School District.
In what neighborhood is Great Bridge Primary located?
Great Bridge Primary is located in the Great Bridge neighborhood of Chesapeake, VA. There are 5 other public schools located in Great Bridge.
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