Western Branch High School

Western Branch High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
1968 Bruin Pl,  Chesapeake, VA
Western Branch Neighborhood
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
3.42
Graduation Rate
90%

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
B
Teachers
B
College Prep
B
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
B+
Clubs and Activities
A
Sports
C-
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.42
Reading Proficiency
84%
Math Proficiency
71%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
138
Full Time Teachers
138
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
23
AP Pass Rate
78%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Average
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

7
Test Scores
5
College Readiness
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GreatSchools Rating
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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%
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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 574 Students
Virginia Commonwealth University 469 Students
James Madison University 357 Students
University of Virginia 297 Students
Norfolk State University 296 Students
George Mason University 246 Students
Virginia Tech 229 Students
Virginia State University 224 Students
William & Mary 220 Students
Hampton University 196 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 162 Students
Biology 156 Students
Psychology 140 Students
Nursing 116 Students
Computer Science 101 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 79 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 50 Students
Political Science and Government 43 Students
Criminology 42 Students
Engineering 40 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 457 Reviews
2.0 Senior
11/28/2024
I would like to see the school remodeled. The school is very outdated and much of the equipment is very old. The sports facilities don't fulfill our needs. The education isn't very good. The school is not the safest. There are just many things that should be changed about this school that haven't been. For the most part though the teachers are nice and most of them don't overload you.
5.0 Senior
11/25/2024
They have been a pillar in the academic, personal, and interpersonal growth for all children in our community!
5.0 Senior
11/11/2024
My experience at Western Branch high school has been very good. I have been able to take all of the academic courses that I need and still have room for courses that I want to take.
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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...
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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.
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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.
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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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