Greenbrier Primary serves 698 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 698 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greenbrier Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Greenbrier Primary's student population of 698 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
698 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Greenbrier Primary is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
8%
Hispanic
14%
19%
Black
30%
22%
White
34%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
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 schools are Greenbrier Primary often compared to?
Greenbrier Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like B.m. Williams Primary by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Greenbrier Primary?
698 students attend Greenbrier Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Greenbrier Primary students are White, 30% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Greenbrier Primary?
Greenbrier Primary has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Greenbrier Primary offer ?
Greenbrier Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Greenbrier Primary part of?
Greenbrier Primary is part of Chesapeake City School District.
In what neighborhood is Greenbrier Primary located?
Greenbrier Primary is located in the Greenbrier East neighborhood of Chesapeake, VA. There are 2 other public schools located in Greenbrier East.
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