Serving 479 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Samuel P. Langley 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to 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 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 479 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Samuel P. Langley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Samuel P. Langley Elementary School's student population of 479 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
479 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Samuel P. Langley 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 Samuel P. Langley Elementary School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#705 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
18%
19%
Black
28%
22%
White
40%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Samuel P. Langley Elementary School's ranking?
Samuel P. Langley Elementary School is ranked #705 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Samuel P. Langley Elementary School often compared to?
Samuel P. Langley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mary W. Jackson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Samuel P. Langley Elementary School?
479 students attend Samuel P. Langley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Samuel P. Langley Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Samuel P. Langley Elementary School?
Samuel P. Langley Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Samuel P. Langley Elementary School offer ?
Samuel P. Langley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Samuel P. Langley Elementary School part of?
Samuel P. Langley Elementary School is part of Hampton City School District.
In what neighborhood is Samuel P. Langley Elementary School located?
Samuel P. Langley Elementary School is located in the Willow Oaks neighborhood of Hampton, VA. There are 4 other public schools located in Willow Oaks.
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