Serving 1,081 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Hunter B. Andrews 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 72% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,081 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hunter B. Andrews's student population of 1,081 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,081 students
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hunter B. Andrews 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 Hunter B. Andrews 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
#954 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)72%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
4%
20%
Black
64%
21%
White
20%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.6%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hunter B. Andrews's ranking?
Hunter B. Andrews is ranked #954 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Hunter B. Andrews often compared to?
Hunter B. Andrewsis often viewed alongside schools like George P. Phenix Elementary School, Francis W. Jones Magnet Middle School by visitors of our site.
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 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Hunter B. Andrews?
1,081 students attend Hunter B. Andrews.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Hunter B. Andrews students are Black, 20% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hunter B. Andrews?
Hunter B. Andrews has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hunter B. Andrews offer ?
Hunter B. Andrews offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hunter B. Andrews part of?
Hunter B. Andrews is part of Hampton City School District.
In what neighborhood is Hunter B. Andrews located?
Hunter B. Andrews is located in the Wythe neighborhood of Hampton, VA. There are 2 other public schools located in Wythe.
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