Serving 430 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Luther W. Machen 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 61% (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 14:1 is equal to 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 (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Luther W. Machen Elementary serves the northwest part of Hampton, VA, covering an area of approximately 4.4 square miles. Most families within the attendance zone can expect a drive of about 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Luther W. Machen Elementary School's student population of 430 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
430 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1970
School Calendar
School Rankings
Luther W. Machen 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 Luther W. Machen Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#1244 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-39%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
70%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.4%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
6%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue & Gold
School Mascot
Mustang
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Luther W. Machen Elementary School's ranking?
Luther W. Machen Elementary School is ranked #1244 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Luther W. Machen Elementary School often compared to?
Luther W. Machen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paul Burbank Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% 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 Luther W. Machen Elementary School?
430 students attend Luther W. Machen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Luther W. Machen Elementary School students are Black, 11% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Luther W. Machen Elementary School?
Luther W. Machen Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Luther W. Machen Elementary School offer ?
Luther W. Machen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Luther W. Machen Elementary School part of?
Luther W. Machen Elementary School is part of Hampton City School District.
In what neighborhood is Luther W. Machen Elementary School located?
Luther W. Machen Elementary School is located in the Hampton Roads Center neighborhood of Hampton, VA. There are 3 other public schools located in Hampton Roads Center.
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