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Tucker-Capps Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 354 students

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5 stars

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Posted April 15, 2013

Tucker Capps may have been *great* at one time, but now it appears to not be the case. There are some teachers who are wonderful, but most act like they don't want to be there. The principal is extremely overbearing and passive aggresive. Be very careful around her, she will address you like one of the kids at the school. Also, teachers will single kids out and make their lives miserable. After talking with other parents, it seems to be rampant in the school. As long as you bow down to the principal and her staff you are ok, the moment you question anything they will target you and your child.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 4, 2010

This school has great teacher's and my child and other's learn alot, and there is alot of honor roll children! So that tells you alot!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 21, 2009

I LOVE TC! It is a wonderful school the staff and teachers are wonderful. They are dedicated and hardworking to make a safe learning environment for our children. We have a great parental involvement and the PTA is wonderful!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 13, 2009

I LOVE TC! It is a wonderful school the staff and teachers are wonderful. They are dedicated and hardworking to make a safe learning environment for our children. We have a great parental involvement and the PTA is wonderful!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 13, 2007

Our daughter is in 1st Grade at Tucker Capps and we are thrilled with the structure that is established in the classes. This structure has allowed her to excel in the classroom and in other outside activities. I have always found the entire staff very helpful and they all make a point to learn the students names which makes them all feel valued and appreciated. The teachers are there for the children and do everything they can to help the children succeed.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 7, 2007

Our daughter excelled in K far more than expected, she had a very caring and teacher who really worked hard at keeping everyone on track. Despite our daughters special needs (aspergers, adhd , no meds) the school went the extra mile to work with me and kept open communication and provided counseling when needed. All together I belive Tucker Caps is a wonderful school and the entire staff is great! Send your kids here with no reservation...
—Submitted by n t, a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
English: Reading

The state average for English: Reading was 86% in 2012.

61 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
82%

2011

 
 
83%

2010

 
 
75%

2009

 
 
91%

2008

 
 
79%
History and Social Science

The state average for History and Social Science was 87% in 2012.

61 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
95%

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
97%

2009

 
 
99%

2008

 
 
96%
Math

The state average for Math was 64% in 2012.

59 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
61%

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
96%

2009

 
 
97%

2008

 
 
94%
Science

The state average for Science was 90% in 2012.

61 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
92%

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
94%

2009

 
 
96%

2008

 
 
98%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

English: Reading

The state average for English: Reading was 88% in 2012.

53 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
77%

2011

 
 
80%

2010

 
 
94%

2009

 
 
83%

2008

 
 
96%
History and Social Science

The state average for History and Social Science was 84% in 2012.

2012

 
 
n/a
Math

The state average for Math was 70% in 2012.

51 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
71%

2011

 
 
94%

2010

 
 
75%

2009

 
 
84%

2008

 
 
88%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

English: Reading

The state average for English: Reading was 89% in 2012.

65 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
82%

2011

 
 
76%

2010

 
 
84%

2009

 
 
100%

2008

 
 
93%
English: Writing

The state average for English: Writing was 87% in 2012.

65 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
92%

2011

 
 
77%

2010

 
 
92%

2009

 
 
96%

2008

 
 
88%
History and Social Science

The state average for History and Social Science was 89% in 2012.

2012

 
 
n/a
Math

The state average for Math was 67% in 2012.

65 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
69%

2011

 
 
70%

2010

 
 
88%

2009

 
 
91%

2008

 
 
82%
Science

The state average for Science was 88% in 2012.

65 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
92%

2011

 
 
85%

2010

 
 
97%

2009

 
 
97%

2008

 
 
99%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

English: Reading

All Students82%
Female students94%
Male students70%
Black students77%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students88%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged70%
Not economically disadvantaged88%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities90%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English82%
Not migrant82%

History and Social Science

All Students95%
Female students97%
Male students93%
Black students93%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students96%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged95%
Not economically disadvantaged95%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities96%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English95%
Not migrant95%

Math

All Students61%
Female students73%
Male students48%
Black students41%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students78%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged47%
Not economically disadvantaged68%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities64%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English61%
Not migrant61%

Science

All Students92%
Female students97%
Male students87%
Black students87%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students100%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged95%
Not economically disadvantaged90%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities96%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English92%
Not migrant92%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the Virginia Department of Education. Data is not reported when there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

English: Reading

All Students77%
Female students82%
Male students72%
Black students71%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students92%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged60%
Not economically disadvantaged84%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities84%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English77%
Not migrant77%

History and Social Science

All Studentsn/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Not migrantn/a

Math

All Students71%
Female students67%
Male students75%
Black students67%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students83%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged64%
Not economically disadvantaged73%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities84%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English70%
Not migrant71%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the Virginia Department of Education. Data is not reported when there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

English: Reading

All Students82%
Female students87%
Male students76%
Black students81%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students81%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged67%
Not economically disadvantaged85%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities88%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English83%
Not migrant82%

English: Writing

All Students92%
Female students97%
Male students88%
Black students90%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
American Indian studentsn/a
White students92%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged75%
Not economically disadvantaged96%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities98%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English92%
Not migrant92%

History and Social Science

All Studentsn/a
Male studentsn/a
Students identified as economically disadvantagedn/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Proficient in Englishn/a
Not migrantn/a

Math

All Students69%
Female students77%
Male students62%
Black students71%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students69%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged58%
Not economically disadvantaged72%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities75%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English70%
Not migrant69%

Science

All Students92%
Female students97%
Male students88%
Black students90%
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White students92%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged83%
Not economically disadvantaged94%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities100%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in English92%
Not migrant92%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the Virginia Department of Education. Data is not reported when there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

  • In 2009-2010, this school was rated "Fully Accredited".
  • In 2008-2009, this school was rated "Fully Accredited".
  • In 2007-2008, this school was rated "Fully Accredited".

About the tests


Virginia school accreditation ratings reflect student achievement on Standards of Learning (SOL) tests and other assessments in English, history/social science, math and science. The 2009-2010 ratings are based on passing rates on tests taken during the 2008-2009 school year or on overall achievement during the three most recent years. Schools are identified as either Fully Accredited, Accredited with Warning, Conditionally Accredited or Accreditation Denied.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Black 55% 26%
White 40% 57%
Hispanic 3% 9%
Asian/Pacific Islander 2% 6%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 24%N/A33%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 19N/A17
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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113 Wellington Dr
Hampton, VA 23666
Phone: (757) 825-4641

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