School Overview
Great Bridge High School, located in the Hickory/Great Bridge area of Chesapeake, Virginia, is a well-established public secondary school known for its long-standing tradition of academic rigor and community spirit. Serving students in grades 9 through 12, the school is recognized for its comprehensive curriculum, which includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses and elective programs. The school is particularly noted for its strong commitment to both the arts and athletics, consistently maintaining competitive sports programs and acclaimed music and theater departments that serve as a focal point for the surrounding community.

Beyond its academic offerings, Great Bridge High School emphasizes a culture of involvement and school pride, often referred to by locals as the "Wildcat" spirit. The school benefits from its strategic location in a suburban residential area, which fosters strong parent-teacher involvement and a stable, supportive learning environment. With a history spanning several decades, it remains a central institution in Chesapeake, preparing students for post-secondary success through a blend of traditional educational values and modern college-preparatory initiatives.
1,624
Total Students
110.2
Full-Time Teachers
14.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
18.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for GREAT BRIDGE HIGH
Demographic Student Count
White964
Hispanic177
Black297
Asian43
Two or More136
American Indian5
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    964 (59.4 %)
  • Black
    297 (18.3 %)
  • Hispanic
    177 (10.9 %)
  • Two or More
    136 (8.4 %)
  • Asian
    43 (2.6 %)
  • American Indian
    5 (0.3 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Chesapeake City Public Schools
Phone: (757)482-5191
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,624
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 110.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 264
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 37
Grades Taught
Grade 9 363
Grade 10 418
Grade 11 399
Grade 12 444

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for GREAT BRIDGE HIGH
Grade Student Count
Grade 9363
Grade 10418
Grade 11399
Grade 12444
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for GREAT BRIDGE HIGH
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female79148.7%
Male83351.3%