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#509 of 1,851 schools in VA

Top 27% in state

Butts Road Intermediate

Elementary School · Chesapeake City Public Schools

1571 Mt Pleasant Rd, Chesapeake, VA 23322

Enrollment

575

Student-Teacher

17.4:1

Score

7.5

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#509 of 1,851

In Chesapeake

#14 of 45

public schools

In district

#14 of 45

Chesapeake City Public Schools

Academic performance

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Butts Road Intermediate

7.5/10

Elementary School in Chesapeake · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Mt Pleasant Christian School

4.9/10

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Butts Road Primary

6.6/10

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About Butts Road Intermediate

Butts Road Intermediate is a public elementary school in Chesapeake, VA, part of Chesapeake City Public Schools. Butts Road Intermediate serves approximately 575 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Butts Road Intermediate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #509 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for Butts Road Intermediate show 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.6
  • VA avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.38 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency90% (2025 SOL)
Reading/ELA Proficiency88% (2025 SOL)
Math vs. State Avg+16.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+12.3 pts
Overall Proficiency89% (2025 SOL, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)86% (model expectation from 2025 SOL)
vs. Expected+2.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile76th
Resources & Environment4.6Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,274
Chronic Absenteeism8.5%

Butts Road Intermediate — Students at Butts Road Intermediate score 89% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 86%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

13.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 89.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
73.5% (2025 SOL)
ELA Proficiency 88.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
72.2% (2025 SOL)

Based on 33 test records from VA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
97%
ELA
95%
2010
Math
96%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
84%
ELA
97%
2012
Math
85%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
90%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
91%
ELA
89%
2015
Math
94%
ELA
90%
2016
Math
91%
ELA
86%
2017
ELA
89%
2018
Math
94%
ELA
89%
2019
Math
94%
ELA
89%
2020*
Math
80%
ELA
83%
2021*
Math
80%
ELA
83%
2025
Math
90.3%
ELA
88%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.1/10.

How Butts Road Intermediate Compares

See how Butts Road Intermediate performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.5/10
73th percentile in VA
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
8.1/10
Excellent
Environment
4.6/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
13%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1571 Mt Pleasant Rd, Chesapeake, VA 23322

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Butts Road Intermediate may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Tallwood Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Virginia Beach), which scores notably higher. Another option is Glenwood Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Virginia Beach), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Centerville Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Virginia Beach), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Chesapeake, see our Chesapeake schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.7 mi
School Distance Rating
MT PLEASANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chesapeake 0.1 mi 4.9
Butts Road Primary Chesapeake 1.4 mi 6.6
VERITAS COLLEGIATE ACADEMY Chesapeake 1.8 mi 7.3
GREAT BRIDGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chesapeake 2.0 mi 6.8
TIDEWATER ADVENTIST ACADEMY Chesapeake 3.1 mi 5.6
ATLANTIC SHORES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chesapeake 3.2 mi 6.4
INDIAN CREEK-WELCOME BAPTIST CHURCH SCHOOL Chesapeake 3.4 mi
Centerville Elementary Virginia Beach 3.8 mi 8.1
Great Bridge Middle Chesapeake 3.2 mi 7.4
GREAT BRIDGE PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Chesapeake 3.2 mi
MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF VIRGINIA Chesapeake 4.0 mi 5.8
GREAT HOPE BAPTIST SCHOOL Chesapeake 3.8 mi 6.3
Great Bridge Intermediate Chesapeake 3.7 mi 7.2
Greenbrier Middle Chesapeake 4.2 mi 6.9
Great Bridge High Chesapeake 3.9 mi 8.2
Tallwood Elementary Virginia Beach 4.7 mi 8.7
Greenbrier Primary Chesapeake 4.4 mi 5.6
Tallwood High Virginia Beach 4.9 mi 7.7
Glenwood Elementary Virginia Beach 4.6 mi 8.5
Hickory Middle Chesapeake 4.7 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 23322 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$133,522

Median Home Value

$448,000

Median Rent

$1,870/mo

Population

66,079

College Educated

41.5%

Homeownership

89.3%

Avg Commute

28.2 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Median Age

40.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Ball's Bluff Elementary Leesburg, VA 7.5
Barron Elementary Hampton, VA 7.5
Brookneal Elementary Brookneal, VA 7.5
Buckland Mills Elementary Gainesville, VA 7.5
Concord Elementary Concord, VA 7.5
G.A. Treakle Elementary Chesapeake, VA 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Butts Road Intermediate

What grades does Butts Road Intermediate serve?

Butts Road Intermediate serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Butts Road Intermediate?

Butts Road Intermediate has an enrollment of approximately 575 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Butts Road Intermediate?

The student-teacher ratio at Butts Road Intermediate is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Butts Road Intermediate rank in VA?

Butts Road Intermediate ranks #509 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is Butts Road Intermediate's MySchoolScout rating?

Butts Road Intermediate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Butts Road Intermediate?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Butts Road Intermediate has 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Butts Road Intermediate a charter school?

No, Butts Road Intermediate is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Butts Road Intermediate a Title I school?

No, Butts Road Intermediate is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Butts Road Intermediate?

13.4% of students at Butts Road Intermediate qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
44 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
575
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
13.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Chesapeake city
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.5%

District

Chesapeake City Public Schools
District Enrollment
40,576
Schools in District
48
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,274
District Rank
#14 of 45

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