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Great Bridge Primary

Elementary School · Chesapeake City Public Schools

408 Cedar Rd, Chesapeake, VA 23322

Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 38 schools in Chesapeake. Learn more

Enrollment

668

Student-Teacher

19.1:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 2nd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#1,294 of 1,851

In Chesapeake

#39 of 45

public schools

In district

#39 of 45

Chesapeake City Public Schools

Academic performance

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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Great Bridge Primary

5.2/10

Elementary School in Chesapeake · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Great Bridge Presbyterian Preschool

2.7/10

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Great Bridge Middle

7.4/10

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About Great Bridge Primary

Great Bridge Primary is a public elementary school in Chesapeake, VA, part of Chesapeake City Public Schools. Great Bridge Primary serves approximately 668 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 19.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Great Bridge Primary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,294 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • VA avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics7.1Very Good55%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.·Area estimate · Based on 38 schools in Chesapeake
Resources & Environment2.9Needs Improvement45%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,274
Chronic Absenteeism7.8%

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

21.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

How Great Bridge Primary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.2/10
30th percentile in VA
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
2.9/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
22%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.8%

Location

408 Cedar Rd, Chesapeake, VA 23322

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Great Bridge Primary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cedar Road Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Southeastern Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 4.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CEDAR ROAD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chesapeake, see our Chesapeake schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.4 mi
School Distance Rating
GREAT BRIDGE PRESBYTERIAN PRESCHOOL Chesapeake 0.1 mi 2.7
Great Bridge Middle Chesapeake 1.1 mi 7.4
GREAT BRIDGE PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Chesapeake 1.2 mi
CEDAR ROAD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chesapeake 1.1 mi 7.5
Oscar F. Smith High Chesapeake 1.7 mi 7.7
Great Bridge High Chesapeake 1.9 mi 8.2
Great Bridge Intermediate Chesapeake 2.0 mi 7.2
GREAT BRIDGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chesapeake 2.3 mi 6.8
B.M. Williams Primary Chesapeake 3.0 mi 7.3
MONTESSOURI LAB SCHOOL Chesapeake 3.1 mi
GREAT HOPE BAPTIST SCHOOL Chesapeake 3.1 mi 6.3
Cedar Road Elementary Chesapeake 2.7 mi 7.7
Butts Road Primary Chesapeake 2.8 mi 6.6
Greenbrier Middle Chesapeake 3.4 mi 6.9
Crestwood Intermediate Chesapeake 3.4 mi 6.3
Crestwood Middle Chesapeake 3.8 mi 5.2
Greenbrier Primary Chesapeake 4.0 mi 5.6
CHESAPEAKE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Chesapeake 3.5 mi 6.3
INDIAN CREEK-WELCOME BAPTIST CHURCH SCHOOL Chesapeake 4.0 mi
Southeastern Elementary Chesapeake 4.4 mi 7.7

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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Dublin Elementary Dublin, VA 5.2
Guy K. Stump Elementary Stuarts Draft, VA 5.2
Harry E. James Elementary Hopewell, VA 5.2
Leesylvania Elementary Woodbridge, VA 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Great Bridge Primary

What grades does Great Bridge Primary serve?

Great Bridge Primary serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.

How many students attend Great Bridge Primary?

Great Bridge Primary has an enrollment of approximately 668 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Great Bridge Primary is 19.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Great Bridge Primary rank in VA?

Great Bridge Primary ranks #1,294 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is Great Bridge Primary's MySchoolScout rating?

Great Bridge Primary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Great Bridge Primary a charter school?

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

Is Great Bridge Primary a Title I school?

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

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

21.6% of students at Great Bridge Primary 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
35 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
24 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
668
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
21.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Chesapeake city
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.8%

District

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

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