Serving 245 students in grades 3-5, Truitt 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 40% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Truitt Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Truitt Intermediate's student population of 245 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
245 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Truitt 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 Truitt Intermediate is 0.57, 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
#1476 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40%
54%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)48%
69%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%

Hispanic
9%
19%

Black
62%
22%

White
20%
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 (14-15)
9%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Truitt Intermediate's ranking?
Truitt Intermediate is ranked #1476 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Truitt Intermediate often compared to?
Truitt Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Rena B. Wright Primary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Truitt Intermediate?
245 students attend Truitt Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Truitt Intermediate students are Black, 20% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Truitt Intermediate?
Truitt Intermediate has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Truitt Intermediate offer ?
Truitt Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Truitt Intermediate part of?
Truitt Intermediate is part of Chesapeake City School District.
In what neighborhood is Truitt Intermediate located?
Truitt Intermediate is located in the South Norfolk neighborhood of Chesapeake, VA. There are 5 other public schools located in South Norfolk.
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