GRASSFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Grassfield Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Chesapeake City Public Schools school district, located in Chesapeake, VA with about 984 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 52 teachers, Grassfield Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.
Grassfield Elementary School, located at 2248 Averill Dr. in Chesapeake, Virginia, serves as a cornerstone of the local community within the Chesapeake Public Schools district. Known for fostering a supportive and nurturing learning environment, the school focuses on the academic and social-emotional development of its students in grades Pre-K through 5. The faculty emphasizes a well-rounded curriculum that prepares young learners for future success while encouraging them to develop into responsible and engaged citizens.
The school is characterized by its strong connection to the surrounding Grassfield community, often prioritizing parent and guardian involvement to enrich the student experience. With a commitment to excellence, Grassfield Elementary utilizes diverse instructional strategies to meet the needs of its diverse student body. By promoting a culture of inclusivity and collaboration, the school strives to provide a safe, high-quality educational foundation that challenges students to reach their full potential.
For more information, contact Grassfield Elementary at (757) 558-8923 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Chesapeake, VA 23323
(757) 558-8923
GRASSFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Chesapeake, VA with about 984 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Virginia
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Chesapeake City Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 984
- Teachers:
- 52.08
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 984 students
- White
- 61.4%
- Black or African American
- 15.2%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 11.6%
- Two or more races
- 9.8%
- Asian
- 1.6%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 47.9%
- Male
- 52.1%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.