Serving 38 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Tangier Combined ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥80% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 38 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tangier Combined serves the western part of its school district in Tangier, VA, covering an area of approximately 14.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tangier Combined's student population of 38 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
38 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tangier Combined 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 Tangier Combined is 0.00, 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
#653 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-79%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
White
100%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2001–2010. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥50%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.9%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
6%
Showing 2000–2021. Full 23-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 Tangier Combined's ranking?
Tangier Combined is ranked #653 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?
≥80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tangier Combined?
The graduation rate of Tangier Combined is 50%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Tangier Combined?
38 students attend Tangier Combined.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Tangier Combined students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tangier Combined?
Tangier Combined has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tangier Combined offer ?
Tangier Combined offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tangier Combined part of?
Tangier Combined is part of Accomack County School District.
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