Serving 273 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mary T. Christian Elementary 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary T. Christian Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Mary T. Christian Elementary School's student population of 273 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
273 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mary T. Christian Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mary T. Christian Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1380 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-49%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
62%
22%
White
18%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary T. Christian Elementary School's ranking?
Mary T. Christian Elementary School is ranked #1380 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Mary T. Christian Elementary School?
273 students attend Mary T. Christian Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Mary T. Christian Elementary School students are Black, 18% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mary T. Christian Elementary School?
Mary T. Christian Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mary T. Christian Elementary School offer ?
Mary T. Christian Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mary T. Christian Elementary School part of?
Mary T. Christian Elementary School is part of Hampton City School District.
In what neighborhood is Mary T. Christian Elementary School located?
Mary T. Christian Elementary School is located in the Buckroe Beach neighborhood of Hampton, VA. There are 1 other public schools located in Buckroe Beach.
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