Serving 432 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Southampton 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southampton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Southampton Elementary School's student population of 432 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
432 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1959
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
You Just Can't Hide That Southampton Pride
School Mascot
Tiger
School Rankings
Southampton 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 Southampton Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#1724 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-29%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
11%
19%
Black
75%
22%
White
7%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southampton Elementary School's ranking?
Southampton Elementary School is ranked #1724 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Southampton Elementary School often compared to?
Southampton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westover Hills Elementary School, A.m. Davis Elementary School, Smithland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Southampton Elementary School?
432 students attend Southampton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Southampton Elementary School students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southampton Elementary School?
Southampton Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southampton Elementary School offer ?
Southampton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Southampton Elementary School part of?
Southampton Elementary School is part of Richmond City School District.
In what neighborhood is Southampton Elementary School located?
Southampton Elementary School is located in the Stratford Hills neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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