Serving 1,559 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, George P. Phenix Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,559 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George P. Phenix Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
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Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
George P. Phenix Elementary School's student population of 1,559 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 153 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,559 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
153 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
George P. Phenix Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George P. Phenix Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#571 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)68%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)73%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)64%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
56%
22%
White
19%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is George P. Phenix Elementary School's ranking?
George P. Phenix Elementary School is ranked #571 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are George P. Phenix Elementary School often compared to?
George P. Phenix Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Francis W. Jones Magnet Middle School, Thomas Eaton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend George P. Phenix Elementary School?
1,559 students attend George P. Phenix Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of George P. Phenix Elementary School students are Black, 19% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George P. Phenix Elementary School?
George P. Phenix Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does George P. Phenix Elementary School offer ?
George P. Phenix Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is George P. Phenix Elementary School part of?
George P. Phenix Elementary School is part of Hampton City School District.
In what neighborhood is George P. Phenix Elementary School located?
George P. Phenix Elementary School is located in the Farmington neighborhood of Hampton, VA. There are 2 other public schools located in Farmington.
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