Serving 887 students in grades 6-8, Western Branch Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 887 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Western Branch Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Western Branch Middle School's student population of 887 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
887 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Western Branch Middle School 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 Middle School is 0.70, 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
#698 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)53%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)78%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
10%
19%
Black
38%
22%
White
38%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Middle School's ranking?
Western Branch Middle School is ranked #698 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Western Branch Middle School often compared to?
Western Branch Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jolliff Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Western Branch Middle School?
887 students attend Western Branch Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Western Branch Middle School students are Black, 38% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Western Branch Middle School?
Western Branch Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Western Branch Middle School offer ?
Western Branch Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Western Branch Middle School part of?
Western Branch Middle School is part of Chesapeake City School District.
In what neighborhood is Western Branch Middle School located?
Western Branch Middle School is located in the Western Branch North neighborhood of Chesapeake, VA. There are 3 other public schools located in Western Branch North.
School Reviews
1 3/25/2020
I used to be a student here; I have found WBM to be awful; I had several episodes of suicidal thoughts, and I almost took action on them. The counselor and office were nice and helpful towards it, but they never take action on the problem of bullying and the fact that most of the educators don't want to be there at all, I've seen multiple fights and kids cursing each other out.
5 2/26/2018
nice teachers, nice principal, nice vise principal!!!!!!!! You will never regret coming here!!!!!!
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