Serving 429 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Samuel P. Langley Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 429 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Samuel P. Langley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Samuel P. Langley Elementary School's student population of 429 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
429 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Samuel P. Langley Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Samuel P. Langley Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#560 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
19%
20%
Black
27%
21%
White
40%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.6%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Leopards
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Samuel P. Langley Elementary School's ranking?
Samuel P. Langley Elementary School is ranked #560 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Samuel P. Langley Elementary School often compared to?
Samuel P. Langley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mary W. Jackson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Samuel P. Langley Elementary School?
429 students attend Samuel P. Langley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Samuel P. Langley Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Samuel P. Langley Elementary School?
Samuel P. Langley Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Samuel P. Langley Elementary School offer ?
Samuel P. Langley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Samuel P. Langley Elementary School part of?
Samuel P. Langley Elementary School is part of Hampton City School District.
In what neighborhood is Samuel P. Langley Elementary School located?
Samuel P. Langley Elementary School is located in the Willow Oaks neighborhood of Hampton, VA. There are 4 other public schools located in Willow Oaks.
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