Serving 1,365 students in grades 9-12, Phoebus High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,365 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Phoebus High School's student population of 1,365 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,365 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Phoebus High 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 Phoebus High School is 0.51, 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
#701 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)57%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)76%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)46%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
68%
22%
White
16%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phoebus High School's ranking?
Phoebus High School is ranked #701 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Phoebus High School often compared to?
Phoebus High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kecoughtan High School, Hampton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Phoebus High School?
The graduation rate of Phoebus High School is 92%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Phoebus High School?
1,365 students attend Phoebus High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Phoebus High School students are Black, 16% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Phoebus High School?
Phoebus High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Phoebus High School offer ?
Phoebus High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Phoebus High School part of?
Phoebus High School is part of Hampton City School District.
In what neighborhood is Phoebus High School located?
Phoebus High School is located in the Phoebus neighborhood of Hampton, VA. There are 3 other public schools located in Phoebus.
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