JEFFERSON DAVIS MIDDLE SCHOOL

Jefferson Davis Middle is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Hampton City Public Schools school district, located in Hampton, VA with about 618 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 45 teachers, Jefferson Davis Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Jefferson Davis Middle School, located on Todds Lane in Hampton, Virginia, serves as a public middle school within the Hampton City Schools district. The school typically serves students in grades 6 through 8, offering a curriculum designed to transition students from elementary education to the more rigorous academic expectations of high school. As part of a historic urban district, the school emphasizes foundational learning in core subjects such as mathematics, English, science, and social studies, while providing various extracurricular activities and support services aimed at fostering student growth and community engagement.

The school is situated in a central residential area of Hampton, making it a key educational hub for local families. Like many schools in the region, Jefferson Davis Middle focuses on preparing its student body for post-secondary success by prioritizing literacy, numeracy, and digital citizenship. Through its faculty and staff, the school strives to provide a supportive environment that encourages both academic achievement and the development of interpersonal skills, ensuring students are well-prepared for their eventual transition to the high school level.

For more information, contact Jefferson Davis Middle at (757) 825-4520 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.