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Northampton High School

16041 Courthouse Road
Eastville, VA 23347
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 420 students in grades 9-12, Northampton High 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 40-59% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 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 and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 420 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 70%
  • : 85-89% (Btm 50% in VA)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 40-59% (Btm 50%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 30%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Northampton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Northampton High School's student population of 420 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
420 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar

School Rankings

Northampton High 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 Northampton High School is 0.69, 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.
This School
State Level (VA)
#1059 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
40-59%
68%
(20-21)
75-79%
69%
(20-21)
65-69%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
24%
19%
Black
41%
22%
White
30%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.69
85-89%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
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 Northampton High School's ranking?
Northampton High School is ranked #1059 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northampton High School?
The graduation rate of Northampton High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Northampton High School?
420 students attend Northampton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Northampton High School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northampton High School?
Northampton High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northampton High School offer ?
Northampton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northampton High School part of?
Northampton High School is part of Northampton County 51爆料s.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 420 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 70%
  • : 85-89% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 40-59% (Btm 50%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 30%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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