Phoebus High School is a public high school in Hampton, Virginia. Named after the neighborhood and former town of Phoebus, it is the newest of the four high schools in Hampton City Schools.
Serving 1,391 students in grades 9-12, Phoebus High 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 60-64% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher 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 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,391 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Phoebus High serves the southeast section of Hampton, VA, covering an attendance area of approximately 11.4 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest point in the zone being 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Phoebus High School's student population of 1,391 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,391 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1975
School Calendar
School Rankings
Phoebus High 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 Phoebus 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
#898 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)76%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)46%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
8%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
65%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
16%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
91%
88.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.9%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
5%
Showing 2013–2022. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Phantoms
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phoebus High School's ranking?
Phoebus High School is ranked #898 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Phoebus High School often compared to?
Phoebus High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kecoughtan High School, Hampton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Phoebus High School?
The graduation rate of Phoebus High School is 91%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend Phoebus High School?
1,391 students attend Phoebus High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Phoebus High School students are Black, 16% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Phoebus High School?
Phoebus High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Phoebus High School offer ?
Phoebus High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Phoebus High School part of?
Phoebus High School is part of Hampton City School District.
In what neighborhood is Phoebus High School located?
Phoebus High School is located in the Phoebus neighborhood of Hampton, VA. There are 3 other public schools located in Phoebus.
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