Hampton High

1,301 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Hampton High School, located at 1491 W. Queen St. in Hampton, Virginia, is a historic institution that serves as a cornerstone of the Hampton City Schools district. As one of the oldest high schools in the region, it holds a deep-rooted tradition of academic and athletic excellence. The school is well-known for its vibrant "Crabber" pride, fostering a strong sense of community and school spirit among its diverse student body. Its central location in Hampton allows it to maintain close ties with the surrounding urban community while providing a comprehensive educational experience that prepares students for post-secondary success.

Beyond its academic offerings, Hampton High is highly regarded for its competitive athletic programs and robust extracurricular activities, which are integral to the student experience. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, encouraging students to participate in clubs, arts, and leadership organizations alongside their rigorous coursework. By blending a rich history with a forward-looking commitment to student development, Hampton High continues to be a pivotal educational hub that plays a significant role in shaping the future of the local Hampton community.

1,301

Total Students

91.3

Full-Time Teachers

14.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

92.2%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Hampton High
Demographic	Student Count
White	112
Hispanic	91
Black	982
Asian	20
Two or More	82
American Indian	9
Pacific Islander	5

Black
982 (75.5%)
White
112 (8.6%)
Hispanic
91 (7.0%)
Two or More
82 (6.3%)
Asian
20 (1.5%)
American Indian
9 (0.7%)
Pacific Islander
5 (0.4%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Hampton City Public Schools
Phone:	(757)825-4430
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,301
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	91.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.2
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	1,199
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 390

Grade 10 292

Grade 11 334

Grade 12 285