Serving 478 students in grades 4-5, Sparrow Road Intermediate 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 46% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is lower than 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 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sparrow Road Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sparrow Road Intermediate's student population of 478 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
478 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sparrow Road Intermediate 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 Sparrow Road Intermediate is 0.65, 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
#1344 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)46%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)53%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
12%
19%
Black
51%
22%
White
27%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sparrow Road Intermediate's ranking?
Sparrow Road Intermediate is ranked #1344 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Sparrow Road Intermediate often compared to?
Sparrow Road Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Thurgood Marshall Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Sparrow Road Intermediate?
478 students attend Sparrow Road Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Sparrow Road Intermediate students are Black, 27% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sparrow Road Intermediate?
Sparrow Road Intermediate has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sparrow Road Intermediate offer ?
Sparrow Road Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Sparrow Road Intermediate part of?
Sparrow Road Intermediate is part of Chesapeake City School District.
In what neighborhood is Sparrow Road Intermediate located?
Sparrow Road Intermediate is located in the Indian River neighborhood of Chesapeake, VA. There are 7 other public schools located in Indian River.
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