Serving 577 students in grades 6-8, Thomas Eaton Middle 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 51% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 577 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thomas Eaton Middle School's student population of 577 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
577 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thomas Eaton Middle 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 Thomas Eaton Middle School is 0.52, 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
#1176 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)51%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
67%
22%
White
14%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas Eaton Middle School's ranking?
Thomas Eaton Middle School is ranked #1176 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Thomas Eaton Middle School often compared to?
Thomas Eaton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Francis W. Jones Magnet Middle School, George P. Phenix Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Thomas Eaton Middle School?
577 students attend Thomas Eaton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Thomas Eaton Middle School students are Black, 14% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thomas Eaton Middle School?
Thomas Eaton Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Thomas Eaton Middle School offer ?
Thomas Eaton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Thomas Eaton Middle School part of?
Thomas Eaton Middle School is part of Hampton City School District.
In what neighborhood is Thomas Eaton Middle School located?
Thomas Eaton Middle School is located in the Coliseum Central neighborhood of Hampton, VA. There are 2 other public schools located in Coliseum Central.
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