Chincoteague High School is a public high school in Accomack County, Virginia. It is one of the four high schools in Accomack County Public Schools. It serves grades six through twelve and, due to its low number of students, has only approximately 40 students per grade.
Serving 296 students in grades 6-12, Chincoteague High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chincoteague High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Chincoteague High School's student population of 296 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
296 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Chincoteague High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chincoteague High School is 0.36, 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
#329 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
3%
19%
Black
13%
22%
White
79%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Fighting Pony
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chincoteague High School's ranking?
Chincoteague High School is ranked #329 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Chincoteague High School often compared to?
Chincoteague High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arcadia High School, Nandua High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chincoteague High School?
The graduation rate of Chincoteague High School is 80%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Chincoteague High School?
296 students attend Chincoteague High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Chincoteague High School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chincoteague High School?
Chincoteague High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chincoteague High School offer ?
Chincoteague High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chincoteague High School part of?
Chincoteague High School is part of Accomack County School District.
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