Great Bridge High School is a public secondary school in Chesapeake, Virginia, United States. It is part of Chesapeake City 51爆料s.
Serving 1,530 students in grades 9-12, Great Bridge High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,530 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Great Bridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Great Bridge High School's student population of 1,530 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 111 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,530 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
111 teachers
Year Founded
1907
School Rankings
Great Bridge High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Great Bridge High School is 0.60, 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
#197 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)87%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
11%
19%
Black
18%
22%
White
59%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcat
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Great Bridge High School's ranking?
Great Bridge High School is ranked #197 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Great Bridge High School often compared to?
Great Bridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grassfield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Great Bridge High School?
The graduation rate of Great Bridge High School is 92%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Great Bridge High School?
1,530 students attend Great Bridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Great Bridge High School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Great Bridge High School?
Great Bridge High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Great Bridge High School offer ?
Great Bridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Great Bridge High School part of?
Great Bridge High School is part of Chesapeake City 51爆料s.
In what neighborhood is Great Bridge High School located?
Great Bridge High School is located in the Great Bridge neighborhood of Chesapeake, VA. There are 5 other public schools located in Great Bridge.
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