Serving 271 students in grades 6-12, Chincoteague High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Chincoteague High serves the northeast area of its school district, covering approximately 98.3 square miles on Chincoteague Island, VA. Most students typically travel 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 10.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chincoteague High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Chincoteague High School's student population of 271 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
271 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Chincoteague High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chincoteague High School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#288 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Black
13%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
81%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Graduation Rate
80-89%
88.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
6%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Fighting Pony
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chincoteague High School's ranking?
Chincoteague High School is ranked #288 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Chincoteague High School often compared to?
Chincoteague High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arcadia High School, Nandua High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chincoteague High School?
The graduation rate of Chincoteague High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend Chincoteague High School?
271 students attend Chincoteague High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Chincoteague High School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chincoteague High School?
Chincoteague High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chincoteague High School offer ?
Chincoteague High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chincoteague High School part of?
Chincoteague High School is part of Accomack County School District.
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