Serving 404 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mary S. Peake 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 60-64% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 404 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mary S. Peake Elementary School's student population of 404 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
404 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Go Mighty Oaks!
School Rankings
Mary S. Peake 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 Mary S. Peake Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#1415 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-39%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
6%
20%
Black
72%
21%
White
10%
44%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mighty Oaks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary S. Peake Elementary School's ranking?
Mary S. Peake Elementary School is ranked #1415 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Mary S. Peake Elementary School often compared to?
Mary S. Peake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barron Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Mary S. Peake Elementary School?
404 students attend Mary S. Peake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Mary S. Peake Elementary School students are Black, 10% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mary S. Peake Elementary School?
Mary S. Peake Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mary S. Peake Elementary School offer ?
Mary S. Peake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mary S. Peake Elementary School part of?
Mary S. Peake Elementary School is part of Hampton City School District.
In what neighborhood is Mary S. Peake Elementary School located?
Mary S. Peake Elementary School is located in the Willow Oaks neighborhood of Hampton, VA. There are 4 other public schools located in Willow Oaks.
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