GRASSFIELD HIGH SCHOOL

Grassfield High is a public high school that is part of the Chesapeake City Public Schools school district, located in Chesapeake, VA with about 2,071 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 126 teachers, Grassfield High has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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 High School, located in Chesapeake, Virginia, is a prominent public secondary institution serving students in grades 9 through 12. Since opening its doors in 2007, the school has established a reputation for academic rigor and a comprehensive educational environment. It is a part of the Chesapeake Public Schools district and is well-regarded for its modern facilities, which were designed to accommodate a growing student population while supporting a wide array of extracurricular activities, including strong athletic programs and diverse student organizations.

Beyond its physical campus, Grassfield High is known for fostering a competitive and supportive culture that emphasizes college readiness and community involvement. The school offers a variety of advanced placement courses and specialized academic programs, aiming to prepare students for post-secondary success. With its "Grizzly" mascot and spirited school pride, Grassfield remains a central pillar of its Chesapeake community, balancing high academic expectations with a broad range of opportunities for student development.

For more information, contact Grassfield High at (757) 558-4749 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2007 Grizzly Trail
Chesapeake, VA 23323
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GRASSFIELD HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Chesapeake, VA with about 2,071 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Virginia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Magnet school:
Yes
Total Students:
2,071
Teachers:
126.66
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:
Supplemental Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 2,071 students

White
63.2%
Black or African American
16.0%
Hispanic/Latino
8.7%
Two or more races
8.5%
Asian
2.8%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.4%

Female
48.9%
Male
51.1%

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.