Western Branch Intermediate
795 Students
Elementary School 3rd - 5th
School Overview
Western Branch Intermediate School, located at 4013 Terry Drive in Chesapeake, Virginia, serves as a key educational institution for students in the upper elementary and early middle school grades. As part of the Chesapeake Public Schools district, the school focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment that bridges the gap between primary elementary education and the more complex academic requirements of middle school. It is situated within the well-established Western Branch community, a suburban area known for its strong emphasis on family-oriented living and academic achievement.
The school is dedicated to developing both the academic and personal growth of its student body through a balanced curriculum that emphasizes core subjects such as mathematics, science, language arts, and social studies. Beyond the classroom, Western Branch Intermediate typically provides various extracurricular opportunities and programs designed to encourage student engagement, social-emotional development, and community involvement. With its focus on preparing students for the transition to Western Branch Middle School, the institution remains a foundational component of the local educational pipeline in Chesapeake.
The school is dedicated to developing both the academic and personal growth of its student body through a balanced curriculum that emphasizes core subjects such as mathematics, science, language arts, and social studies. Beyond the classroom, Western Branch Intermediate typically provides various extracurricular opportunities and programs designed to encourage student engagement, social-emotional development, and community involvement. With its focus on preparing students for the transition to Western Branch Middle School, the institution remains a foundational component of the local educational pipeline in Chesapeake.
795
Total Students
46.1
Full-Time Teachers
17.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
73.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 306 |
| Hispanic | 78 |
| Black | 286 |
| Asian | 33 |
| Two or More | 88 |
| Pacific Islander | 4 |
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White306 (38.5%)
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Black286 (36.0%)
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Two or More88 (11.1%)
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Hispanic78 (9.8%)
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Asian33 (4.2%)
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Pacific Islander4 (0.5%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary 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)638-7941 |
| Grade Range: | 3rd - 5th |
| Total Students: | 795 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 46.1 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 17.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 586 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 3
262
Grade 4
283
Grade 5
250
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 3 | 262 |
| Grade 4 | 283 |
| Grade 5 | 250 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 383 | 48.2% |
| Male | 412 | 51.8% |
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