Greenbrier Middle School

1016 Greenbrier Pkwy
Chesapeake, VA 23320
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 790 students in grades 6-8, Greenbrier Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). 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 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 790 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 71%
  • : Bottom 50% in VA
  • : 48% (Btm 50%)
  • : 70% (Top 50%)
  • : 61% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Greenbrier Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

School Overview

Greenbrier Middle School's student population of 790 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
790 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
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School Rankings

Greenbrier Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greenbrier Middle School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (VA)
#1008 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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(20-21)
48%
54%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Greenbrier Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Virginia by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
(20-21)
70%
69%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Greenbrier Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Virginia by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
(20-21)
61%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
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American Indian
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Asian
7%
8%
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Hispanic
13%
19%
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Black
39%
22%
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White
29%
44%
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Hawaiian
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Two or more races
12%
7%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Virginia.
0.73
This chart displays the diversity score of Greenbrier Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Virginia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
55%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Greenbrier Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Virginia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Greenbrier Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Virginia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Greenbrier Middle School's ranking?
Greenbrier Middle School is ranked #1008 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Greenbrier Middle School often compared to?
Greenbrier Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Great Bridge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Greenbrier Middle School?
790 students attend Greenbrier Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Greenbrier Middle School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Greenbrier Middle School?
Greenbrier Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Greenbrier Middle School offer ?
Greenbrier Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Greenbrier Middle School part of?
Greenbrier Middle School is part of Chesapeake City School District.
In what neighborhood is Greenbrier Middle School located?
Greenbrier Middle School is located in the Greenbrier East neighborhood of Chesapeake, VA. There are 2 other public schools located in Greenbrier East.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 790 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 71%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 48% (Btm 50%)
  • : 70% (Top 50%)
  • : 61% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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