Hampton High School is located in Hampton Township, a northern suburb of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA. It is managed by the Hampton Township School District.
Serving 895 students in grades 9-12, Hampton High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 895 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hampton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Hampton High School's student population of 895 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
895 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Year Founded
1943
School Rankings
Hampton High School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hampton High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#41 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
91%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Talbot
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hampton High School's ranking?
Hampton High School is ranked #41 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Hampton High School often compared to?
Hampton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Allegheny High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hampton High School?
The graduation rate of Hampton High School is 97%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hampton High School?
895 students attend Hampton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Hampton High School students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hampton High School?
Hampton High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hampton High School offer ?
Hampton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hampton High School part of?
Hampton High School is part of Hampton Township School District.
School Reviews
5 4/11/2011
I am a 1977 grad of Hampton H.S. and I'm pleased to see that they are stil consistently competitive in Sports & Academics. I have great memories and lasting friendships from my time spent there.
2 9/16/2009
Parents keep your kids away if your child has Special Needs. Hampton will fight you every way you turn! You have been WARNED!!
5 4/28/2008
unlike many people i know, my high school years were awesome and i am still good friends with many of my fellow graduates of 1977
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