Serving 435 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Francis Asbury 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 66% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Francis Asbury Elementary School's student population of 435 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
435 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
WE ARE FOX STRONG, WE ALL BELONG. WE WILL LEARN, WE WILL LEAD, WE WILL SUCCEED. WE WILL BE KIND WE WILL BE SAFE WE WILL BE RESPONSIBLE
School Rankings
Francis Asbury 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 Francis Asbury Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#908 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
3%
19%
Black
31%
22%
White
50%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
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 Francis Asbury Elementary School's ranking?
Francis Asbury Elementary School is ranked #908 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Francis Asbury Elementary School often compared to?
Francis Asbury Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Albert W. Patrick Iii Elementary School, Phillips Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Francis Asbury Elementary School?
435 students attend Francis Asbury Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Francis Asbury Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Francis Asbury Elementary School?
Francis Asbury Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Francis Asbury Elementary School offer ?
Francis Asbury Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Francis Asbury Elementary School part of?
Francis Asbury Elementary School is part of Hampton City School District.
In what neighborhood is Francis Asbury Elementary School located?
Francis Asbury Elementary School is located in the Fox Hill Grandview neighborhood of Hampton, VA. There are 1 other public schools located in Fox Hill Grandview.
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