Serving 523 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, J.w. Adams Combined ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 92% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 523 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 92% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: J.W. Adams Combined's attendance zone encompasses the entire Pound, VA school district, covering approximately 405.2 square miles. The area is characterized by a typical drive time of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being 23.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J.w. Adams Combined ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
J.w. Adams Combined's student population of 523 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
523 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
J.w. Adams Combined ranks within the top 5% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J.w. Adams Combined is 0.19, 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
#83 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Hispanic
3%
20%
Black
4%
21%
White
90%
44%
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.6%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J.w. Adams Combined's ranking?
J.w. Adams Combined is ranked #83 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are J.w. Adams Combined often compared to?
J.w. Adams Combinedis often viewed alongside schools like L.f. Addington Middle School, Coeburn Primary, Wise Primary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
92% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend J.w. Adams Combined?
523 students attend J.w. Adams Combined.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of J.w. Adams Combined students are White, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J.w. Adams Combined?
J.w. Adams Combined has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does J.w. Adams Combined offer ?
J.w. Adams Combined offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is J.w. Adams Combined part of?
J.w. Adams Combined is part of Wise County School District.
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