G.A. TREAKLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

G.A. Treakle Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Chesapeake City Public Schools school district, located in Chesapeake, VA with about 520 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 39 teachers, G.A. Treakle Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

G.A. Treakle Elementary School, located on Gilmerton Road in Chesapeake, Virginia, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Chesapeake Public Schools district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and student engagement. By focusing on a comprehensive curriculum, the faculty and staff work to ensure that students build strong literacy and mathematical foundations while also encouraging participation in extracurricular activities that promote social-emotional well-being.

As a community-centered school, G.A. Treakle prides itself on maintaining strong partnerships between educators, families, and the surrounding neighborhood. The school utilizes a variety of instructional strategies and technology to accommodate diverse learning styles, striving to prepare its students for the challenges of middle school and beyond. Through its dedicated administrative leadership and collaborative atmosphere, the school remains a vital pillar for families in the Chesapeake area, focusing on inclusivity and the success of every child.

For more information, contact G.A. Treakle Elementary at (757) 558-5361 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.