Hampton Cove Elementary School

261 Old 431 Hwy
Owens Cross Roads, AL 35763
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
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Top 5%
Hampton Cove Elementary School ranked #38 in Alabama in 2023, showing some fluctuation from a high of #20 in 2019 and #61 in 2017, ranking among the top 20% of Alabama public schools overall.
Math proficiency was 68%, reading/language arts proficiency 80%, and science proficiency approximately 55–59%, all higher than the state averages of 30%, 47%, and 38%, respectively.
Enrollment slightly increased from 684 students in 2023 to 699 total students currently, with minority enrollment at 20%, reflecting moderate diversity in this Union County AL high school.
The school served grades prekindergarten through 5, with a student–teacher ratio of 18:1 and an average class size of 15 students.
Percentage of students eligible for free lunch rose to 8% in 2023 from a low of 1% in earlier years, indicating a gradual increase in socioeconomic need.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 699 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 20%
  • : Top 5% in AL
  • : 68% (Top 5%)
  • : 80% (Top 5%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Hampton Cove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:

School Overview

Hampton Cove Elementary School's student population of 699 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
699 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
Average Class Size
15 students

School Rankings

Hampton Cove Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hampton Cove Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (AL)
#38 out of 1275 schools
(Top 5%)
68%
30%
80%
47%
55-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
4%
32%
White
80%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.35
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hampton Cove Elementary School's ranking?
Hampton Cove Elementary School is ranked #38 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Hampton Cove Elementary School often compared to?
Hampton Cove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Goldsmithschiffman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Hampton Cove Elementary School?
699 students attend Hampton Cove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Hampton Cove Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hampton Cove Elementary School?
Hampton Cove Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hampton Cove Elementary School offer ?
Hampton Cove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hampton Cove Elementary School part of?
Hampton Cove Elementary School is part of Huntsville City School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 699 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 20%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 68% (Top 5%)
  • : 80% (Top 5%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

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