Serving 155 students in grades 5-7, Rye Cove Intermediate 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 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 10:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-7
- Enrollment: 155 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rye Cove Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Rye Cove Intermediate's student population of 155 students has declined by 5% 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
155 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Rye Cove Intermediate 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 Rye Cove Intermediate is 0.22, 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
#1017 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)70-74%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-49%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
n/a
22%
White
88%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
12%
5%
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 Rye Cove Intermediate's ranking?
Rye Cove Intermediate is ranked #1017 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?
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?
155 students attend Rye Cove Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Rye Cove Intermediate students are White, 8% 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 10:1, 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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