Serving 1,336 students in grades 9-12, Hampton High School ranks in the top 50% 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 60% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,336 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hampton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Hampton High School's student population of 1,336 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 107 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,336 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
107 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hampton High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hampton High School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#693 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
5%
18%
Black
76%
22%
White
10%
46%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hampton High School's ranking?
Hampton High School is ranked #693 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Hampton High School often compared to?
Hampton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bethel High School, Phoebus High School, Kecoughtan High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hampton High School?
The graduation rate of Hampton High School is 91%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Hampton High School?
1,336 students attend Hampton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Hampton High School students are Black, 10% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hampton High School?
Hampton High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hampton High School offer ?
Hampton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hampton High School part of?
Hampton High School is part of Hampton City PBLC Schs School District.
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