Serving 499 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Alfred S. Forrest 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 63% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is lower 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 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Alfred S. Forrest Elementary serves the west part of Hampton, VA, covering an area of approximately 2.4 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alfred S. Forrest Elementary School's student population of 499 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
499 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1956
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alfred S. Forrest 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 Alfred S. Forrest Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#1199 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-39%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
6%
20%
Black
60%
21%
White
21%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.8%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alfred S. Forrest Elementary School's ranking?
Alfred S. Forrest Elementary School is ranked #1199 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?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Alfred S. Forrest Elementary School?
499 students attend Alfred S. Forrest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Alfred S. Forrest Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alfred S. Forrest Elementary School?
Alfred S. Forrest Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alfred S. Forrest Elementary School offer ?
Alfred S. Forrest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Alfred S. Forrest Elementary School part of?
Alfred S. Forrest Elementary School is part of Hampton City School District.
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