Serving 772 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Georgetown Primary 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 772 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Georgetown Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Georgetown Primary's student population of 772 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
772 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Georgetown Primary ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Georgetown Primary is 0.66, 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
#792 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
15%
19%
Black
51%
22%
White
23%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
18%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Georgetown Primary's ranking?
Georgetown Primary is ranked #792 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Georgetown Primary?
772 students attend Georgetown Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Georgetown Primary students are Black, 23% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Georgetown Primary?
Georgetown Primary has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Georgetown Primary offer ?
Georgetown Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Georgetown Primary part of?
Georgetown Primary is part of Chesapeake City School District.
In what neighborhood is Georgetown Primary located?
Georgetown Primary is located in the Indian River neighborhood of Chesapeake, VA. There are 7 other public schools located in Indian River.
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