Serving 971 students in grades 6-8, Tabb Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 971 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 90% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tabb Middle 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 Middle School's student population of 971 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 170 teachers has grown by 198% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
971 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
170 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Motto
Embrace - Engage - Empower
School Rankings
Tabb Middle 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 Middle School is 0.67, 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
#66 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)88%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)84%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
8%
Hispanic
14%
19%
Black
14%
22%
White
53%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
2%
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 Tabb Middle School's ranking?
Tabb Middle School is ranked #66 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Tabb Middle School often compared to?
Tabb Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grafton Middle School, Yorktown Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Tabb Middle School?
971 students attend Tabb Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Tabb Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tabb Middle School?
Tabb Middle School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tabb Middle School offer ?
Tabb Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tabb Middle School part of?
Tabb Middle School is part of York County School District.
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