Summary:
Zip code 23693 in Yorktown, Virginia is home to one middle school, Tabb Middle, serving grades 6 through 8 as part of York County Public Schools. With 968 students enrolled and 27.79% qualifying for free/reduced lunch, Tabb Middle has earned a 5-star rating every year, ranking 15th out of 416 Virginia middle schools in 2025–2026 (96th percentile), 10th out of 419 in 2024–2025, and 12th out of 417 in 2023–2024. Its district, York County Public Schools, is ranked 6th out of 131 divisions statewide.
Academically, Tabb Middle outperforms both district and state averages in nearly every subject. In 2025–2026, 8th graders achieved 100% proficiency in Geometry, 7th graders scored 100% in Algebra I, and 8th graders scored 98.91% in Algebra I. English Reading proficiency ranged from 86.86% to 90.86% across grades, roughly 17 to 18 points above state averages. General mathematics proficiency was strong at 90.24% in 6th grade and 86.88% in 8th grade, though 7th grade general math dipped to 62.86%. This dip is best understood in context: high-achieving 7th graders are channeled into Algebra I, where they scored 100% proficient. Science (83.33%) and Civics & Economics (90.72%) also exceeded district and state benchmarks.
Beyond test scores, Tabb Middle excels in areas that support student success. Chronic absenteeism is just 6.8%, far below the district average of 10.1% and the state average of 14.8%, reflecting strong family engagement and a positive school climate. Per-student spending is a moderate $8,152, yet the school's outcomes rank among the top 4% of Virginia middle schools, suggesting efficient resource allocation. The school's slight ranking dip from 10th to 15th statewide did not affect its 5-star rating or 96th-percentile standing. For parents, Tabb Middle offers a rigorous academic environment with an exceptional advanced math pipeline, consistent literacy instruction across all grade levels, and a supportive climate—making it one of the highest-performing middle schools in Virginia.
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