Hampton High School is a public high school located in Hampton, Georgia, United States. During the 19th Century Hampton was served by its own public high school, with more than 100 students attending in 1886. The school continued in existence throughout the 20th Century.
Serving 1,165 students in grades 9-12, Hampton High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,165 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hampton High School serves the southwest part of Hampton, GA, covering an area of approximately 43.2 square miles. Typically, families within this zone are about 10 to 12 minutes away from the school, with the furthest edge being around 6.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hampton High School's student population of 1,165 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,165 students
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Year Founded
2014
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hampton High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hampton High School is 0.54, 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
#1503 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
16%
20%
Black
65%
36%
White
14%
34%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
84.4%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Mascot
Hornets
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hampton High School's ranking?
Hampton High School is ranked #1503 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Hampton High School often compared to?
Hampton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Locust Grove High School, Dutchtown High School, Ola High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hampton High School?
The graduation rate of Hampton High School is 89%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Hampton High School?
1,165 students attend Hampton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Hampton High School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hampton High School?
Hampton High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hampton High School offer ?
Hampton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hampton High School part of?
Hampton High School is part of Henry County School District.
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