Serving 1,125 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Hunter B. Andrews 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 65% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% 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: 1,125 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hunter B. Andrews's student population of 1,125 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,125 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hunter B. Andrews 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 Hunter B. Andrews 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
#648 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)72%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
66%
22%
White
17%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
6%
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 Hunter B. Andrews's ranking?
Hunter B. Andrews is ranked #648 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Hunter B. Andrews often compared to?
Hunter B. Andrewsis often viewed alongside schools like George P. Phenix Elementary School, Francis W. Jones Magnet Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Hunter B. Andrews?
1,125 students attend Hunter B. Andrews.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Hunter B. Andrews students are Black, 17% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hunter B. Andrews?
Hunter B. Andrews has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hunter B. Andrews offer ?
Hunter B. Andrews offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hunter B. Andrews part of?
Hunter B. Andrews is part of Hampton City School District.
In what neighborhood is Hunter B. Andrews located?
Hunter B. Andrews is located in the Wythe neighborhood of Hampton, VA. There are 2 other public schools located in Wythe.
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