Serving 707 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Tabb Elementary School 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 93% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 707 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 93% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: TABB ELEM serves the southeast part of Yorktown, VA, covering an attendance area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tabb Elementary School 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
Tabb Elementary School's student population of 707 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
707 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tabb Elementary School 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 Tabb Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#26 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)91%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
8%
Hispanic
16%
20%
Black
13%
21%
White
51%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tabb Elementary School's ranking?
Tabb Elementary School is ranked #26 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Tabb Elementary School often compared to?
Tabb Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mount Vernon Elementary School, Coventry Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
93% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Tabb Elementary School?
707 students attend Tabb Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Tabb Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tabb Elementary School?
Tabb Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tabb Elementary School offer ?
Tabb Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tabb Elementary School part of?
Tabb Elementary School is part of York County School District.
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