Serving 795 students in grades 3-5, Western Branch Intermediate ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 795 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Western Branch Intermediate serves the northwest part of Chesapeake, VA, covering an area of approximately 8.1 square miles, with most families typically driving 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 1.8 miles, while the furthest edge is located 3.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Western Branch Intermediate's student population of 795 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
795 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Western Branch Intermediate ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Western Branch Intermediate is 0.71, 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
#791 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
36%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
38%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
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)11.8%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-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 Western Branch Intermediate's ranking?
Western Branch Intermediate is ranked #791 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Western Branch Intermediate often compared to?
Western Branch Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Southwestern Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Western Branch Intermediate?
795 students attend Western Branch Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Western Branch Intermediate students are White, 36% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Western Branch Intermediate?
Western Branch Intermediate has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Western Branch Intermediate offer ?
Western Branch Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Western Branch Intermediate part of?
Western Branch Intermediate is part of Chesapeake City School District.
In what neighborhood is Western Branch Intermediate located?
Western Branch Intermediate is located in the Western Branch North neighborhood of Chesapeake, VA. There are 3 other public schools located in Western Branch North.
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