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Great Bridge Middle

441 Battlefield Blvd S, Chesapeake, VA, 23322

Top 10% School in Virginia

Ranked 49 of 232 in Virginia

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About Great Bridge Middle

Great Bridge Middle School is located at 441 South Battlefield Boulevard in the Great Bridge area of Chesapeake, Virginia. This public school serves grades 6–8 with an enrollment of 1,294 students. The student–teacher ratio is 15:1. Math proficiency is 82%, and reading competence is 83%. The student body is 47% female and 53% male. The school has a structured academic environment that stresses personal responsibility and leadership among the students. There are many events on the big campus all year long. Classrooms are equipped with standard educational tools. The site is a central hub for neighborhood families. Housing in this residential area ranges from $350,000 to $680,000. Parents appreciate the challenging curriculum and the high level of administrative transparency. Students often express a strong sense of pride in their academic achievements. The surrounding community is known for its historical significance and suburban feel. Local businesses often support various school initiatives. Great Bridge Middle School is one ofthe best middle schools in Virginia.

Great Bridge Middle Contact Information

Address

441 Battlefield Blvd S, Chesapeake, VA, 23322

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Phone

(757) 482-5128

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 82%
Reading 83%
State average proficiency is 82% in Math and 83% in Reading.
85
Full-time Teachers
15 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
1294
Total Students
$76088
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 49 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Great Bridge Middle

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:55 AM – 3:33 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:40 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 67.39%
Asian 4.02%
Hispanic 10.74%
Black 9.35%
Two+ Races 7.88%
Native Am. 0.39%
White
67.39%
Asian
4.02%
Hispanic
10.74%
Black
9.35%
Two+ Races
7.88%
Native Am.
0.39%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 1294
47.14%
610 Female
52.86%
684 Male

Student Population

1294 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

323 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Great Bridge Middle School chorus teacher Sarah Evans was named the 2025–2026 Teacher of the Year for her dedication to sponsoring multiple student clubs. The school is currently participating in the Box Tops for Education program to earn funds for classroom resources. Students and staff are preparing for the upcoming academic calendar following recent school board approval.

FAQ

Q1. Is there a set schedule for musical performances at Great Bridge Middle School in 2026?

Ans. The school puts on regular shows, such as the Flute Choir, Wildcat Winds, and the Great Bridge Brass ensemble.

Q2. How can families help raise money for Great Bridge Middle School's resources?

Ans. Families take part in the Box Tops for Education program to get money for important classroom supplies and improvements.

Q3. Do student athletes at Great Bridge have to have physical exams?

Ans. Before students can take part in any team conditioning or tryouts, they must turn in a valid athletic physical form.

Q4. What is the "Wildcat Den" fundraiser currently supporting at the school?

Ans. This particular fundraiser gathers donations from the community to improve student programs and give the campus more resources.

Q5. When does the Great Bridge Middle School ceremony for academic awards take place?

Ans. Every June, the school holds its annual awards ceremony in the auditorium to honor students who have done well in school.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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