Serving 42 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Tangier Combined ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). 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 7:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 42 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tangier Combined ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Tangier Combined's student population of 42 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
42 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tangier Combined ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 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 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1261 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
18%
Black
n/a
22%
White
100%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
6%
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 #1261 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% 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?
42 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 7:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tangier Combined offer ?
Tangier Combined offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Tangier Combined part of?
Tangier Combined is part of Accomack Co PBLC Schs School District.
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