Serving 698 students in grades 3-5, Great Bridge Intermediate ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 698 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Great Bridge Intermediate 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
Great Bridge Intermediate's student population of 698 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
698 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Great Bridge Intermediate 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 Great Bridge Intermediate is 0.45, 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
#96 out of 1792 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)83%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)87%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)77%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
9%
22%
White
73%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Great Bridge Intermediate's ranking?
Great Bridge Intermediate is ranked #96 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Great Bridge Intermediate often compared to?
Great Bridge Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Hickory Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Great Bridge Intermediate?
698 students attend Great Bridge Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Great Bridge Intermediate students are White, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Great Bridge Intermediate?
Great Bridge Intermediate has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Great Bridge Intermediate offer ?
Great Bridge Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Great Bridge Intermediate part of?
Great Bridge Intermediate is part of Chesapeake City School District.
In what neighborhood is Great Bridge Intermediate located?
Great Bridge Intermediate is located in the Great Bridge neighborhood of Chesapeake, VA. There are 5 other public schools located in Great Bridge.
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