GEORGE P. PHENIX ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
George P. Phenix Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Hampton City Public Schools school district, located in Hampton, VA with about 1,436 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 120 teachers, George P. Phenix Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
George P. Phenix Elementary, located on Big Bethel Road in Hampton, Virginia, serves as a cornerstone of the local community within the Hampton City Schools district. The school is named in honor of George P. Phenix, a notable historical figure in Virginia education who was instrumental in the development of Hampton Institute (now Hampton University) and the training of African American teachers during the early 20th century. By carrying his name, the school maintains a legacy rooted in the values of academic advancement, civic responsibility, and the history of educational equality in the region.
As a PK-5 institution, Phenix Elementary focuses on providing a comprehensive foundational education designed to prepare students for middle school and beyond. The school emphasizes a supportive learning environment that encourages student engagement through a blend of rigorous core curriculum and enrichment activities. By prioritizing social-emotional growth alongside academic performance, George P. Phenix Elementary strives to cultivate a diverse and inclusive student body, fostering the skills necessary for long-term success in the Hampton community.
For more information, contact George P. Phenix Elementary at (757) 268-3500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Hampton, VA 23666
(757) 268-3500
GEORGE P. PHENIX ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Hampton, VA with about 1,436 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Virginia
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Hampton City Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 1,436
- Teachers:
- 120.33
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,436 students
- Black or African American
- 55.9%
- White
- 21.5%
- Two or more races
- 11.3%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 8.6%
- Asian
- 2.0%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.4%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 46.4%
- Male
- 53.6%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.