GREAT BRIDGE HIGH
1,624 Students
High School 9th - 12th
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 964 |
| Hispanic | 177 |
| Black | 297 |
| Asian | 43 |
| Two or More | 136 |
| American Indian | 5 |
| Pacific Islander | 2 |
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White964 (59.4 %)
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Black297 (18.3 %)
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Hispanic177 (10.9 %)
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Two or More136 (8.4 %)
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Asian43 (2.6 %)
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American Indian5 (0.3 %)
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Pacific Islander2 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 363 |
| Grade 10 | 418 |
| Grade 11 | 399 |
| Grade 12 | 444 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 791 | 48.7% |
| Male | 833 | 51.3% |
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