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#294 of 1,850 schools in VA

Top 16% in state

Tallwood High

High School · Virginia Beach City Public Schools

1668 Kempsville Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23464

Enrollment

1,875

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

7.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Virginia Beach

#8 of 82

public schools

Virginia high schools

#67 of 323

In district

#8 of 82

Virginia Beach City Public Schools

Academic growth

9.2 / 10

Exceptional

About Tallwood High

Tallwood High serves 1,875 students in grades 9-12 in Virginia Beach, providing a comprehensive high school education with a student-teacher ratio of 16.2:1 across 116 full-time equivalent teachers. As a regular public school, Tallwood ranks in the 15th percentile among Virginia high schools, indicating the school has significant room for academic growth and is working to better serve its diverse student body. The school draws from the 23464 ZIP code area, a well-established community where the median household income reaches $90,535 and median home values average $315,400.

With 39% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher and a low poverty rate of 5.8%, the surrounding neighborhood reflects a stable, middle to upper-middle class environment that values education and community investment. Located on Kempsville Road, Tallwood High operates within Virginia Beach's large city setting, providing students access to urban resources and opportunities while serving a substantial enrollment that creates opportunities for diverse academic and extracurricular programming. The school's size allows for comprehensive course offerings typical of larger high schools, though academic performance suggests ongoing efforts to maximize student achievement potential.

Tallwood High sits in an economically stable Virginia Beach community with strong educational values and family-oriented demographics.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.2Exceptional25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+0.83 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.1Exceptional25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency93%
Reading/ELA Proficiency89%
Math vs. State Avg+17.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+13.3 pts
Overall Proficiency91%
Expected (poverty-adj.)81%
vs. Expected+10.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile86th
College Readiness8.6Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation31%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.9Fair20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,119

Tallwood High — Students at Tallwood High score 91% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 81%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

43.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 85.7%
School
State
75.4%
ELA Proficiency 89.0%
School
State
75.7%

Based on 6 test records from VA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
83%
ELA
90%
2021*
Math
81%
ELA
88%
2025
Math
93%
ELA
89%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.2/10.

How Tallwood High Compares

See how Tallwood High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.9/10
84th percentile in VA
Academic
9.1/10
9.1/10
Growth
9.2/10
Above average
Environment
3.9/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
44%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
116 teachers

Location

1668 Kempsville Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23464

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Tallwood High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Salem High (rated 7.7/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is TABERNACLE BAPTIST ACADEMY (rated 7.5/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, College Park Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 2.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Virginia Beach, see our Virginia Beach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
KEMPSVILLE ACADEMY INC Virginia Beach 0.8 mi
Brandon Middle Virginia Beach 0.8 mi 5.7
Tallwood Elementary Virginia Beach 0.9 mi 5.3
Centerville Elementary Virginia Beach 1.2 mi 6.9
ATLANTIC SHORES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chesapeake 1.7 mi 6.4
TIDEWATER ADVENTIST ACADEMY Chesapeake 1.8 mi 5.6
MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF VIRGINIA Chesapeake 1.7 mi 5.8
Fairfield Elementary Virginia Beach 2.2 mi 6.3
HOPE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Virginia Beach 2.2 mi
TABERNACLE BAPTIST ACADEMY Virginia Beach 2.4 mi 7.5
Salem Middle Virginia Beach 1.9 mi 6.5
INDIAN CREEK-WELCOME BAPTIST CHURCH SCHOOL Chesapeake 2.2 mi
Woodstock Elementary Virginia Beach 2.3 mi 7.0
BELLAMY MANOR SCHOOL Virginia Beach 2.2 mi
College Park Elementary Virginia Beach 2.2 mi 7.5
Providence Elementary Virginia Beach 2.3 mi 5.6
Greenbrier Intermediate Chesapeake 2.1 mi 5.7
Kempsville Middle Virginia Beach 2.4 mi 6.9
Indian Lakes Elementary Virginia Beach 2.2 mi 5.3
Salem High Virginia Beach 2.1 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 23464 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,790

Median Home Value

$339,300

Median Rent

$1,644/mo

Population

75,290

College Educated

38.2%

Homeownership

69%

Avg Commute

23.7 min

Poverty Rate

8%

Median Age

37.6

Community Profile

The community surrounding Tallwood High has a median household income of $89,790. It is an area where 38% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $339,300, with a median rent of $1,644/month. The local poverty rate of 8.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Patrick Henry High Ashland, VA 7.9
Floyd Kellam High Virginia Beach, VA 8.0
Justice High Falls Church, VA 8.0
Mount Vernon High Alexandria, VA 8.0
South Lakes High Reston, VA 7.8
Yorktown High Arlington, VA 7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Tallwood High

What grades does Tallwood High serve?

Tallwood High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Tallwood High?

Tallwood High has an enrollment of approximately 1,875 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Tallwood High?

The student-teacher ratio at Tallwood High is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Tallwood High rank in VA?

Tallwood High is ranked #294 out of 1,850 schools in VA.

What is Tallwood High's MySchoolScout rating?

Tallwood High has a composite rating of 7.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Tallwood High?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Tallwood High has 85.7% math proficiency and 89.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Tallwood High a charter school?

No, Tallwood High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Tallwood High a Title I school?

No, Tallwood High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tallwood High?

43.7% of students at Tallwood High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
17 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
22 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (1,741/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Virginia Beach). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,875
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
116
Free/Reduced Lunch
43.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Virginia Beach city
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Virginia Beach City Public Schools
District Enrollment
64,986
Schools in District
88
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,888
District Rank
#8 of 82

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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