Serving 2,314 students in grades 9-12, Grassfield High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,314 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
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Grassfield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
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Grassfield High School's student population of 2,314 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 150 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,314 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
150 teachers
Students by Grade
Grassfield High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grassfield High School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#93 out of 1792 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)77%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)92%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)84%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
12%
19%
Black
17%
22%
White
56%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
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Grassfield High School is ranked #93 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Grassfield High School often compared to?
Grassfield High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hickory High School, Great Bridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Grassfield High School?
The graduation rate of Grassfield High School is 96%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Grassfield High School?
2,314 students attend Grassfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Grassfield High School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Grassfield High School?
Grassfield High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Grassfield High School offer ?
Grassfield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Grassfield High School part of?
Grassfield High School is part of Chesapeake City School District.
In what neighborhood is Grassfield High School located?
Grassfield High School is located in the Pleasant Grove West neighborhood of Chesapeake, VA. There are 2 other public schools located in Pleasant Grove West.
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Poor academic support classes.
Both our kids attended this school, and we are very happy with the services provided. They have a great sports program, great music and fine art education, and JROTC activities. The faculty was always very supportive, and the technology applied is state of the art.
Review Grassfield High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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