Western Branch Primary serves 801 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 801 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Attendance Zone: Western Branch Primary serves the northwest part of Chesapeake, VA, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 8.1 square miles, where most families typically drive 5-10 minutes to reach the school. The farthest edge of the zone is about 3.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Western Branch Primary's student population of 801 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
801 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Western Branch Primary is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
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
12%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
38%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
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)17.9%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
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 schools are Western Branch Primary often compared to?
Western Branch Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Edwin W. Chittum Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Western Branch Primary?
801 students attend Western Branch Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Western Branch Primary students are Black, 34% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Western Branch Primary?
Western Branch Primary has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Western Branch Primary offer ?
Western Branch Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Western Branch Primary part of?
Western Branch Primary is part of Chesapeake City School District.
In what neighborhood is Western Branch Primary located?
Western Branch Primary 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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