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Western Branch High School
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
1968 Bruin Pl,
Chesapeake, VA
Chesapeake Public Schools
School Details
Head of School
Dr. Thomas A. Whitley
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Average SAT Score
1140
Average ACT Score
25
Math Proficiency
71%
Reading Proficiency
84%
Average GPA
3.43
Graduation Rate
88%
Annual Tuition
$0
Niche Grade
B
B
B
B-
B-
B
A
C
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.43
Reading Proficiency
84%
Math Proficiency
71%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
137
Full Time Teachers
137
Teachers in First or Second Year
3%
College Prep
Average SAT
1140
Math
560
Verbal
580
Average ACT
25
Math
23
English
25
Reading
26
Science
24
Number of AP Courses
20
AP Pass Rate
78%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Average
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
285:1
Student Diversity
Male
50.3%
Female
49.7%
Black
40.7%
White
39%
Two or more races
8.4%
Hispanic
7.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
3.5%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Specialty School Programs
AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Old Dominion University
587 Students
Virginia Commonwealth University
471 Students
James Madison University
368 Students
Norfolk State University
306 Students
University of Virginia
297 Students
George Mason University
239 Students
Virginia Tech
237 Students
Virginia State University
231 Students
William & Mary
223 Students
Hampton University
194 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
178 Students
Biology
153 Students
Psychology
147 Students
Nursing
123 Students
Computer Science
100 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
78 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
50 Students
Political Science and Government
45 Students
Criminology
43 Students
Pre-Law Studies
43 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
7/12/2025
My experience at Western Branch Highschool has been overall decent. The staff is friendly and wants to help prepare students for life after highschool the best they can.
12/17/2024
Going through high school at Western Branch has been extremely hard. There are fights everyday and there is no room to learn with the distractions everywhere. In addition, the teachers are not teaching well and some of them will not teach at all.
12/10/2024
The best thing I like about this school is that it's a home away from home. The worst thing I would say is the lack of respect between students and teachers. We have a lot of great teachers and counselors, but there is a lack of parent involvement causing some kids to fall out or disrespect their teachers. I would like to see more leadership opportunities for the students and get them involved in school and their community.
GreatSchools Reviews
8/13/2023
I have 3 students that attended this school, although great students they all struggled with teachers that treated them poorly and did not assist when asked; the principal was absolutely awful and students AND Staff were not friendly to newcomers. Students bullied and threatened my children's lives...
6/15/2023
I recommend this school with high regards! I personally as a parent felt my kids were safe and received the proper attention and guidance to preform at the best of their abilities. I am grateful to have them be able to attend.
7/9/2022
I have two high school graduates (Class 2022) coming from this school both graduate with honors and heading to a top University. The faculty and staff are dedicated to high learning for those who are invested in their children future.
2/24/2022
Kids with struggles will not find help here. As I checked test and academic reviews before moving to the area, I was hopeful but I believe as new results come through it will be evident they have a broken program. Teachers unwilling to help guide and support students from ALL backgrounds will become...
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Map
Attendance Zone
List Price Range
$218K - $846K
Homes For Sale
99
Average Home Value
$422,747
Median Lot Size
14,810 Sq Ft
% Renters
26%
Average Household Income
$119,144
% of College Grads
41%
Median Age
39
Average House Size
2,229 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
38.8%
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,044 - $1,754 per month
- Chesapeake Pointe
- 1 - 3 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 682+ Sq Ft
- 3537 Towne Pointe Rd
- Chesapeake, VA
Additional Schools in the Area
- Pre-K to 11th
- Private
Parks in this Area
Pughsville Park
Crossings at Western Branch Park
- Basketball
- Bike Trails
- Grills
Southwestern Park
- Basketball
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Western Branch Park And Sports Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Dog Park
Dunedin Park
- Basketball
- Fishing
- Grills
Miars Plantation Park
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
- Trails
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Western Branch High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Chesapeake, VA and is served by the Chesapeake Public Schools in Virginia. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 2,134 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 71% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 84% are proficient in reading. Western Branch High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.43, the graduation rate is 88%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1140 and an ACT score of 25. The average home value in this area is $422,747. Discover additional schools in the area, like Sweethaven Christian Academy, Western Branch Middle School, Churchland Middle School, and more. Learn more about what Chesapeake has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Western Branch High School.