Serving 748 students in grades 3-5, Western Branch Intermediate ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher 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 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% 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: 3-5
- Enrollment: 748 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Western Branch Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Western Branch Intermediate's student population of 748 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
748 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Western Branch Intermediate 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 Western Branch Intermediate is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#700 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)66%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
12%
19%
Black
34%
22%
White
39%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Western Branch Intermediate's ranking?
Western Branch Intermediate is ranked #700 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Western Branch Intermediate often compared to?
Western Branch Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Southwestern Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% 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 Western Branch Intermediate?
748 students attend Western Branch Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Western Branch Intermediate students are White, 34% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Western Branch Intermediate?
Western Branch Intermediate has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Western Branch Intermediate offer ?
Western Branch Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Western Branch Intermediate part of?
Western Branch Intermediate is part of Chesapeake City School District.
In what neighborhood is Western Branch Intermediate located?
Western Branch Intermediate is located in the Western Branch North neighborhood of Chesapeake, VA. There are 3 other public schools located in Western Branch North.
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