Tallwood High School is a secondary school in southwest Virginia Beach, Virginia. It was built on the site of an old colonial plantation whose manor house was Tallwood, hence the name of the school. Tallwood was remodeled during 2004–2005.
Serving 1,890 students in grades 9-12, Tallwood High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (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 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,890 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tallwood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Tallwood High School's student population of 1,890 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,890 students
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers
Year Founded
1992
Colors
Purple, Gold, and Silver
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tallwood High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tallwood High School is 0.74, which is more 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
#347 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)88%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)68%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Asian
8%
8%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
33%
21%
White
35%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tallwood High School's ranking?
Tallwood High School is ranked #347 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Tallwood High School often compared to?
Tallwood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Salem High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% 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).
What is the graduation rate of Tallwood High School?
The graduation rate of Tallwood High School is 93%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Tallwood High School?
1,890 students attend Tallwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Tallwood High School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tallwood High School?
Tallwood High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tallwood High School offer ?
Tallwood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tallwood High School part of?
Tallwood High School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
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