As of 2017, Tallwood is ranked 39th among all High Schools across the state of Virginia.

In a database research conducted by usnews.com, it was found that out of 339 High schools in Virginia, that Tallwood reaches 39th. In 2015 Tallwood High school was ranked 81st, and in 2016 Tallwood was 80th.

Dr. James Avila, Tallwood High Principal said, “This is great news! We lead the division in so many categories.”

In the past two years, Tallwood has surpassed other high schools in key areas.

“We are making a name for our school in several ways: in graduation rates, Advanced Placement tests, and Advanced Placement scores; instructional leadership, athletics, and student leadership,” Dr. Avila stated.

Unfortunately, Tallwood does trail behind two other Virginia Beach schools.

Dr. Avila says, “We were just behind PA [Princess Anne] and OL [Ocean Lakes], but we will make gains on these two schools! I am very proud of our accomplishments!”

In the near future, hopefully Tallwood will climb the ranks and become number one in the state of Virginia.

“Tallwood should be number 1,” said Dr. Avila.

Below are the stories featured in the May 19 Issue of The Roaring Gazette.

What Administration Learned from the Test Lunches by Kayla Smith

U.S. News: Tallwood 39th Best High School in Virginia by Kayla Smith

Students Bring Passion for Fashion to Tallwood Show by Ariana Hernandez

Yearbooks to Arrive in Early June by Elena Day

Junior Fun Night Lives up to its Name by Cassidy O’Neal

Meet Two Lions: Mrs. Lizan and Mrs. Bankes by Sydney McKissick

Mr. Justin Goldstine: Tallwood’s Fixer by Ophelia Reid

Lions Football Begin Off-Season by Richard Ruffin

Tallwood High School Sports Update by Tyler Dennis

Dress Code Should be Fairly Administered by Amari McCoy

How to Make Seniors’ Lives Easier by Marissa Howell

ISIS Must be Defeated by Dylan Klepk

Baby Groot the Highlight of Latest MARVEL Crown Pleaser by Austin Luciani

“Mob of the Dead” a Haunting Addition to “Call of Duty” Franchise by Charles Romano

Rather Rick Ross than Drake by Erin Nathan