Serving 924 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cedar Road Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (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 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 924 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cedar Road Elementary School 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
Cedar Road Elementary School's student population of 924 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
924 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cedar Road Elementary School 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 Cedar Road Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#129 out of 1792 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)82%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)86%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
11%
19%
Black
9%
22%
White
63%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cedar Road Elementary School's ranking?
Cedar Road Elementary School is ranked #129 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Cedar Road Elementary School often compared to?
Cedar Road Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grassfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Cedar Road Elementary School?
924 students attend Cedar Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Cedar Road Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cedar Road Elementary School?
Cedar Road Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cedar Road Elementary School offer ?
Cedar Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Cedar Road Elementary School part of?
Cedar Road Elementary School is part of Chesapeake City School District.
In what neighborhood is Cedar Road Elementary School located?
Cedar Road Elementary School is located in the Great Bridge neighborhood of Chesapeake, VA. There are 5 other public schools located in Great Bridge.
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