Serving 384 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Captain John Smith 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 60-64% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). 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 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Captain John Smith Elementary School's student population of 384 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
384 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Captain John Smith Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Captain John Smith Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#1284 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-39%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
49%
22%
White
30%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
5%
6%
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 Captain John Smith Elementary School's ranking?
Captain John Smith Elementary School is ranked #1284 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Captain John Smith Elementary School often compared to?
Captain John Smith Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mary W. Jackson Elementary School, Mary T. Christian Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Captain John Smith Elementary School?
384 students attend Captain John Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Captain John Smith Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Captain John Smith Elementary School?
Captain John Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Captain John Smith Elementary School offer ?
Captain John Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Captain John Smith Elementary School part of?
Captain John Smith Elementary School is part of Hampton City Public Schools.
In what neighborhood is Captain John Smith Elementary School located?
Captain John Smith Elementary School is located in the Phoebus neighborhood of Hampton, VA. There are 3 other public schools located in Phoebus.
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