Serving 482 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Aberdeen Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 482 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Aberdeen Elementary serves the southwest part of Hampton, VA, encompassing an approximate area of 5.1 square miles. Families typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Aberdeen Elementary School's student population of 482 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
482 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Aberdeen Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aberdeen Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#1429 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
6%
20%
Black
69%
21%
White
11%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aberdeen Elementary School's ranking?
Aberdeen Elementary School is ranked #1429 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Aberdeen Elementary School?
482 students attend Aberdeen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Aberdeen Elementary School students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aberdeen Elementary School?
Aberdeen Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Aberdeen Elementary School offer ?
Aberdeen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Aberdeen Elementary School part of?
Aberdeen Elementary School is part of Hampton City School District.
In what neighborhood is Aberdeen Elementary School located?
Aberdeen Elementary School is located in the Briarfield neighborhood of Hampton, VA. There are 3 other public schools located in Briarfield.
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