Hampton High School

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Hampton High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
1491 W Queen St,  Hampton, VA
Hampton City Public Schools
3.5
2.8
1,301 Students
C+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Dr. Sharmaine D. Grove
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average SAT Score
1060
Average ACT Score
22
Math Proficiency
91%
Reading Proficiency
88%
Average GPA
3.45
Graduation Rate
89%

Niche Grade

C+
Academics
B-
Teachers
C+
College Prep
C+
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
C
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.45
Reading Proficiency
88%
Math Proficiency
91%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
91
Full Time Teachers
91
Teachers in First or Second Year
7.7%
College Prep
Average SAT
1060
Math
520
Verbal
540
Average ACT
22
Math
21
English
21
Reading
23
Science
21
Number of AP Courses
36
AP Pass Rate
14.3%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
343:1

Student Diversity

Male
53%
Female
47%
Black
75.5%
White
8.6%
Hispanic
7%
Two or more races
6.3%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.5%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Old Dominion University 499 Students
Virginia Commonwealth University 408 Students
Norfolk State University 394 Students
Virginia State University 313 Students
James Madison University 255 Students
George Mason University 254 Students
Hampton University 248 Students
University of Virginia 223 Students
Howard University 221 Students
William & Mary 201 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 112 Students
Biology 101 Students
Nursing 99 Students
Business 93 Students
Computer Science 71 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 58 Students
Pre-Law Studies 38 Students
Engineering 36 Students
Political Science and Government 31 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 30 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.5 334 Reviews
4.0 Alum
11/25/2024
Hampton high school is a decent school, but could use some improvements. The building itself could use some improvement, some classrooms were in pretty bad shape when I went there. It seems as though most funds went towards the auditorium and cafeteria. The school came together for sports which was very nice as I was a cheerleader. I liked seeing a big crowd on game night/day.
1.0
7/2/2023
A lot of the teachers didn't seem to know what they were doing. A lot of the students there were out of control. Because I was raised to be in private school, I wasn't used to what was happening around me at the school. If I had to rate it, I will give it a half a star.
4.0 Senior
10/4/2022
Great teachers and staffs. Counselors that really care about the students. Understandable teachers that are willing to help you and want the best for you. Good communication with the teachers. Also a good head lead counselor.
GreatSchools Reviews
2.8 10 Reviews
5.0 parent
7/6/2023
As a parent and Alumni, I love Hampton High School. My son currently goes there and has had a wonderful first year. The support staff is great and helpful and his teachers have all been supportive.
1.0 student
1/26/2022
Fat shamers, homophobic, isn't even legal, they'll discriminate If you send your kid there make sure they don't talk to the principal at all... they'll get suspended
5.0 parent
6/10/2020
Our student was in the IB program. Clearly, a fantastic curriculum based on critical thinking and advanced writing expectations. THE way to go if your child is undecided when looking at all the Academy options.
4.0 teacher
10/13/2017
Hampton is continually receiving a bad rap from the community and others outside of the school for things that happened years ago or isolated incidents that happen at every school I've even taught for, including the Catholic ones.First, we're a family. That's why 96% of our seniors graduate on time....

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Hampton High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Hampton, VA and is served by the Hampton City Public Schools in Virginia. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,301 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 91% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 88% are proficient in reading. Hampton High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.45, the graduation rate is 89%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1060 and an ACT score of 22. The average home value in this area is $277,967. Discover additional schools in the area, like An Achievable Dream Middle/High School, Rivermont School - Hampton East, C. Alton Lindsay Middle School, and more. Learn more about what Hampton has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Hampton High School.

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