Western Branch High School

Western Branch High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
1968 Bruin Pl,  Chesapeake, VA
Chesapeake Public Schools
3.8
3.5
2,134 Students
A-
Niche Grade

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%

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
B
Teachers
B
College Prep
B
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
B+
Clubs and Activities
A
Sports
C-
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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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
24
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

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GreatSchools Rating
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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 575 Students
Virginia Commonwealth University 463 Students
James Madison University 360 Students
Norfolk State University 303 Students
University of Virginia 297 Students
George Mason University 236 Students
Virginia Tech 233 Students
Virginia State University 227 Students
William & Mary 221 Students
Hampton University 193 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 175 Students
Biology 151 Students
Psychology 142 Students
Nursing 119 Students
Computer Science 102 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 79 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 49 Students
Political Science and Government 44 Students
Engineering 44 Students
Pre-Law Studies 43 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 463 Reviews
2.0 Alum
1/26/2025
Western Branch High School was a place that I felt more unsafe than anything else. This school is very diverse and yet it is a place that will have members of marginalized communities looking over their shoulders as they walk the halls. The administration is very lenient toward bigoted behaviors and is slow to respond with actual issues.
5.0 Senior
11/25/2024
They have been a pillar in the academic, personal, and interpersonal growth for all children in our community!
4.0 Alum
8/29/2024
I graduated the spring of 2024. The school was clean and there was a great school community and atmosphere.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.5 12 Reviews
2.0 parent
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...
5.0 parent
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.
5.0 parent
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.
2.0 parent
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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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. 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 A- 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 $422,564. 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.

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