Serving 581 students in grades 6-8, Thomas Eaton Middle 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 67% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 581 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Thomas Eaton Middle covers the entire Hampton, VA school district, encompassing approximately 136.3 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 13.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thomas Eaton Middle School's student population of 581 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
581 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Thomas Eaton Middle 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 Thomas Eaton Middle School is 0.53, 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
#1157 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
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
19%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
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)14.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
5%
Showing 2013–2022. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas Eaton Middle School's ranking?
Thomas Eaton Middle School is ranked #1157 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Thomas Eaton Middle School often compared to?
Thomas Eaton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Francis W. Jones Magnet Middle School, George P. Phenix Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Thomas Eaton Middle School?
581 students attend Thomas Eaton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Thomas Eaton Middle School students are Black, 19% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas Eaton Middle School?
Thomas Eaton Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Thomas Eaton Middle School offer ?
Thomas Eaton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thomas Eaton Middle School part of?
Thomas Eaton Middle School is part of Hampton City School District.
In what neighborhood is Thomas Eaton Middle School located?
Thomas Eaton Middle School is located in the Coliseum Central neighborhood of Hampton, VA. There are 2 other public schools located in Coliseum Central.
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