Best Schools in Yorktown, Virginia
13 schools · 5 Elementary · 3 Middle · 4 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in Yorktown?
Use this page to compare every school in Yorktown by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Tabb Middle
Middle · York County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
York High
High · York County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Tabb High
High · York County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Yorktown for 2026 are Tabb Middle (9.1/10), York High (9.1/10), and Tabb High (8.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 13 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
13
12 public · 1 private
Avg Score
7.8
out of 10
Median Home
$436,450
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
13
12 public · 1 private
Avg Score
7.8
out of 10
Median Home
$436,450
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 9.1/10 despite 35% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.0 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Yorktown schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Yorktown
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (13 of 13). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tabb Middle | 9.1 / 10 |
| 2 | York High | 9.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Tabb High | 8.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Grafton High | 8.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Tabb Elementary | 8.0 / 10 |
| 6 | York River Academy | 7.9 / 10 |
| 7 | Grafton Middle | 7.7 / 10 |
| 8 | Dare Elementary | 7.7 / 10 |
| 9 | Mount Vernon Elementary | 7.7 / 10 |
| 10 | Yorktown Middle | 7.3 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.8/10
- Median household income
- $111,598
- Median home value
- $436,450
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 53%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 74%
85% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Yorktown compares
Virginia rank
#24 of 182
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.6
above Virginia avg (6.2)
Median household income
$112k
127% of Virginia median
Schools in this city
13
About Schools in Yorktown, Virginia
Yorktown, Virginia has 12 ranked public schools with an average score of 7.1 out of 10. Five of those schools — 42% — score 7 or higher, a sign of consistent performance across grade levels rather than one outlier pulling up the average. The district spans elementary, middle, and high school levels, giving families a clear K–12 path within the same system.
At the top of the range, York High scores 9.1 out of 10, the strongest-rated school in the city by a meaningful margin. Tabb High (8.8) and Grafton High (8.6) round out a high school tier where all three rated schools clear 8.5 — that kind of top-end consistency across multiple high schools is uncommon in cities of this size. Tabb Middle (8.4) matches the high school caliber, giving families a strong unbroken run from middle school through graduation. Dare Elementary (7.0) sits right at the citywide average, a solid entry point before feeding into that high-performing secondary pipeline.
The spread between the top score and the mean tells a useful story. York High at 9.1 sits two full points above the 7.1 city average, which means a parent's experience in Yorktown depends significantly on which school serves their address. Families zoned for the top-rated high schools and Tabb Middle are looking at some of the strongest public options in the region. Those starting at the elementary level should trace their full feeder path before drawing conclusions about the overall system.
For parents evaluating Yorktown, the practical priority is feeder geography. The high school tier is genuinely strong across the board, and a 7.1 citywide average in a district this size reflects real investment. Look up your zoned elementary school, confirm it connects to the middle and high school scoring above 8.0, and verify enrollment boundaries haven't shifted recently. With 42% of schools clearing 7.0 and every ranked high school above 8.5, Yorktown rewards families who map their specific zone before committing.
Elementary Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 653 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.0 |
| 2 | 392 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.7 |
| 3 | 548 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.7 |
| 4 | 622 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.0 |
| 5 | 598 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.7 |
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 971 students · 6th–8th | 9.1 |
| 2 | 913 students · 6th–8th | 7.7 |
| 3 | 652 students · 6th–8th | 7.3 |
High Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 983 students · 9th–12th | 9.1 |
| 2 | 1,130 students · 9th–12th | 8.7 |
| 3 | 1,229 students · 9th–12th | 8.6 |
| 4 | 71 students · 9th–12th | 7.9 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Summit Christian Academy
Private
229 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.2 |
Schools in Yorktown
Yorktown, Virginia · 13 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$111,598
Median Home Value
$436,450
Median Rent
$1,802/mo
Population
42,416
College Educated
53%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
4.4%
Community Profile
Yorktown has a median household income of $111,598. It is a well-educated community where 53% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $436,450, with a median rent of $1,802/month. The local poverty rate of 4.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Virginia
- Elementary
- 5
- Middle
- 3
- High
- 4
- Other
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Virginia
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Yorktown, Virginia
How many schools are in Yorktown, Virginia?
Yorktown has 13 schools, including 12 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Yorktown, Virginia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Yorktown is 7.8 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Yorktown, Virginia?
The top-ranked school in Yorktown on MySchoolScout is Tabb Middle with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Yorktown, Virginia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Yorktown on MySchoolScout is Tabb Elementary with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Yorktown, Virginia?
The top-ranked middle school in Yorktown on MySchoolScout is Tabb Middle with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What is the best high school in Yorktown, Virginia?
The top-ranked high school in Yorktown on MySchoolScout is York High with a composite score of 9.1/10.
How many school districts serve Yorktown, Virginia?
Yorktown is served by 1 school district: York County Public Schools.
What is the education level in Yorktown, Virginia?
According to Census data, 53% of adults in Yorktown have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Yorktown, Virginia?
The median household income in Yorktown is approximately $111,598 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Yorktown, Virginia?
Yes, Yorktown has 1 private school alongside 12 public schools. The top-rated private school is Summit Christian Academy with a score of 6.2/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Yorktown, Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Yorktown is 10.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Yorktown, Virginia?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Virginia Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.