Serving 138 students in grades 5-7, Rye Cove Intermediate ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-7
- Enrollment: 138 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: RYE COVE INTERMEDIATE serves the west part of Duffield, VA, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 174.2 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of about 9.9 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 18.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rye Cove Intermediate's student population of 138 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-7
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
138 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rye Cove Intermediate ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rye Cove Intermediate is 0.20, 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
#735 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.3%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
12%
5%
Showing 2013–2022. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rye Cove Intermediate's ranking?
Rye Cove Intermediate is ranked #735 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Rye Cove Intermediate?
138 students attend Rye Cove Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Rye Cove Intermediate students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rye Cove Intermediate?
Rye Cove Intermediate has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rye Cove Intermediate offer ?
Rye Cove Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 5-7 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Rye Cove Intermediate part of?
Rye Cove Intermediate is part of Scott County School District.
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