Tangier Combined School is a K-12 public school in Tangier, Virginia. A part of Accomack County Public Schools, it is the sole comprehensive K-12 public school in the State of Virginia. The current campus opened circa 1998. The previous campus was across the street. In 1999 it had about 120 students.
Serving 41 students in grades Kindergarten-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 (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 41 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%)
- 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 41 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
41 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-79%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
n/a
19%
Black
n/a
22%
White
100%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥50%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
55%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
41 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 Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tangier Combined part of?
Tangier Combined is part of Accomack County School District.
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