Serving 692 students in grades 3-5, Crestwood Intermediate ranks in the bottom 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 58% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (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 79% 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: 692 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crestwood Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Crestwood Intermediate's student population of 692 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
692 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Crestwood 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 Crestwood Intermediate is 0.69, 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
#953 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)58%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)64%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)42%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
8%
Hispanic
17%
19%
Black
48%
22%
White
21%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
55%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crestwood Intermediate's ranking?
Crestwood Intermediate is ranked #953 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Crestwood Intermediate often compared to?
Crestwood Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Butts Road Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Crestwood Intermediate?
692 students attend Crestwood Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Crestwood Intermediate students are Black, 21% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Crestwood Intermediate?
Crestwood Intermediate has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Crestwood Intermediate offer ?
Crestwood Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Crestwood Intermediate part of?
Crestwood Intermediate is part of Chesapeake City School District.
In what neighborhood is Crestwood Intermediate located?
Crestwood 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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