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#254 of 1,851 schools in VA

Top 14% in state

Great Bridge High

High School · Chesapeake City Public Schools

301 West Hanbury Rd, Chesapeake, VA 23322

Enrollment

1,530

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

8.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#254 of 1,851

In Chesapeake

#3 of 45

public schools

In district

#3 of 45

Chesapeake City Public Schools

Academic performance

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Great Bridge High

8.2/10

High School in Chesapeake · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.2/10

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About Great Bridge High

Great Bridge High is a public high school in Chesapeake, VA, part of Chesapeake City Public Schools. Great Bridge High serves approximately 1,530 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Great Bridge High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #254 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for Great Bridge High show 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.7
  • VA avg 6.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.42 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.1Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency91% (2025 SOL)
Reading/ELA Proficiency91% (2025 SOL)
Math vs. State Avg+15.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+15.3 pts
Overall Proficiency91% (2025 SOL, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)83% (model expectation from 2025 SOL)
vs. Expected+7.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile85th
College Readiness7.7Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate94%
AP Participation25.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,274
Chronic Absenteeism9.3%

Great Bridge High — Students at Great Bridge High score 91% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 83%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

24.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 84.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
75.4% (2025 SOL)
ELA Proficiency 92.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
75.7% (2025 SOL)

Based on 27 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
95%
ELA
97%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
78%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
84%
ELA
88%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
90%
ELA
92%
2015
Math
93%
ELA
94%
2016
Math
89%
ELA
93%
2017
ELA
95%
2018
Math
90%
ELA
91%
2019
Math
90%
ELA
91%
2020*
Math
60%
ELA
87%
2021*
Math
60%
ELA
87%
2025
Math
91%
ELA
91%

* 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: 8.0/10.

How Great Bridge High Compares

See how Great Bridge High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.2/10
86th percentile in VA
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.9
Sports
24
12 boys' · 12 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
25%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
111 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.3%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
25.6% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics24sports offered
12 boys'·12 girls'·33 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
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

301 West Hanbury Rd, Chesapeake, VA 23322

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Great Bridge High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Hickory High (rated 8.5/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Oscar F. Smith High (rated 7.7/10, 3.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Chesapeake, see our Chesapeake schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Great Bridge Intermediate Chesapeake 0.1 mi 7.2
GREAT BRIDGE PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Chesapeake 1.2 mi
GREAT HOPE BAPTIST SCHOOL Chesapeake 1.2 mi 6.3
Great Bridge Middle Chesapeake 1.4 mi 7.4
GREAT BRIDGE PRESBYTERIAN PRESCHOOL Chesapeake 1.8 mi 2.7
Great Bridge Primary Chesapeake 1.9 mi 5.2
GREAT BRIDGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chesapeake 1.9 mi 6.8
Southeastern Elementary Chesapeake 2.4 mi 7.7
CEDAR ROAD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chesapeake 2.4 mi 7.5
Butts Road Primary Chesapeake 2.5 mi 6.6
Hickory Middle Chesapeake 2.9 mi 7.8
Hickory High Chesapeake 3.1 mi 8.5
Oscar F. Smith High Chesapeake 3.7 mi 7.7
Hickory Elementary Chesapeake 4.3 mi 8.4
Butts Road Intermediate Chesapeake 3.9 mi 7.5
Cedar Road Elementary Chesapeake 4.1 mi 7.7
MT PLEASANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chesapeake 4.0 mi 4.9
B.M. Williams Primary Chesapeake 4.9 mi 7.3
Greenbrier Middle Chesapeake 4.9 mi 6.9
MONTESSOURI LAB SCHOOL Chesapeake 5.0 mi

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

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Broad Run High Ashburn, VA 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Great Bridge High

What grades does Great Bridge High serve?

Great Bridge High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Great Bridge High?

Great Bridge High has an enrollment of approximately 1,530 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Great Bridge High?

The student-teacher ratio at Great Bridge High is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Great Bridge High rank in VA?

Great Bridge High ranks #254 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is Great Bridge High's MySchoolScout rating?

Great Bridge High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Great Bridge High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Great Bridge High has 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Great Bridge High a charter school?

No, Great Bridge High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Great Bridge High a Title I school?

No, Great Bridge High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Great Bridge High?

24.6% of students at Great Bridge High 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
17 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,530
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
111
Free/Reduced Lunch
24.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Chesapeake city
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.3%
4-Year Graduation
94.0%

District

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

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