Armstrong Elementary School

Hampton, VA 23661

Phone: (757) 727-1067
District: Hampton City Public Schools

8

GreatSchools Rating

public • Grades KG,1,2,3,4,5 • 288 students

Armstrong Elementary School, a public school located in Hampton, VA, serves grades K-5 in the Hampton City Public Schools.It has received a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10, based on a variety of school quality measures.

Armstrong Elementary School is a public school located in Hampton, VA. 288 students attend Armstrong Elementary School.

School Ratings

Category Rating Details
Test Scores 7/10 The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2025 Virginia Standards of Learning data from Virginia Department of Education, and using 2025 Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) End-of-Course data from Virginia Department of Education.
Student Growth 8/10 The Student Progress Rating measures whether students at this school are making academic progress over time based on student growth data provided by the Department of Education. Specifically, this rating looks at how much progress individual students have made on state assessments during the past year or more, how this performance aligns with expected progress based on a student growth model established by the state Department of Education, and how this school's growth data compares to other schools in the state. The Growth Rating was created using 2025 Student growth data from Virginia Department of Education.

Posted: November 12, 2024

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Posted: November 12, 2024

I was really excited to enroll my child in this school because of the great reviews. After K and 1st grade, it seems like the teachers are just trying to make it through the year until they can pass the kids off to another teacher. Multiple teachers coming and going, lack of emotional support, tons of behavioral issues in the class and the well behaved kids trying to learn were told to bring noise cancelling headphones. We happily went back to homeschool.

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Posted: August 9, 2024

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Posted: August 9, 2024

Multiple kids had issues. Students lacked social-emotional support. There is no support for teachers. The administration allows other teachers to “run” the school. The students are given a lot of busy work with little guidance.

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Posted: October 17, 2019

Armstrong is the best of the best. We are a military family and this is the 5th elementary school for us. At our previous duty station we were in a top rated school in the state. In my opinion Armstrong has blown that school out of the water. This is also the second Hampton school my kids have been to and it's a night and day difference. Armstrong is the school that keeps parents in the loop of situations, they want to see the kids do great things, and Mrs. Rogers(principal) is going to try her hardest to know every student by name, if she doesn't already. I can't say enough great things about this school.

Posted: October 17, 2019

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Posted: November 19, 2018

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Posted: November 19, 2018

We have had a wonderful experience at Armstrong. Our differently abled children were treated with respect and care. They are challenged academically but never set to fail. They have grown leaps and bounds thanks to the dedicated staff at this school.

Posted: November 19, 2018

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Posted: September 11, 2018

Leadership is terrible. Kids constantly coming home crying. This is not normal.

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Posted: March 13, 2018

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Posted: March 13, 2018

Absolutely adore this wonderful school! The leadership is warm, energetic, friendly, helpful, and positive and the teachers care so much for their students. We have had the BEST experience at Armstrong. We are a military family and I wish that I could bring this school with us on our upcoming move! Love the way they incorporate the arts into everything they do and the creativity and engagement is off the charts. The strength and character of this school shows on every level.

Posted: March 13, 2018

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Posted: March 29, 2017

Military family with a daughter who attended Armstrong Elementary for two years. Our kids attended coveted York County Schools during previous assignment, and while both are great choices, we've had a better relationship with the teachers and administrators at Armstrong. My daughter feels supported and encouraged, and everyone's been committed to her success.

Posted: February 14, 2016

Armstrong has great programs and great staff both of my children attended Armstrong. I know it's hard to get into but it's worth the wait.

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Posted: June 8, 2014

My children have attended this school for the last 2 years and I must say that I am highly pleased with the level of education and support. I would recommend this school to anyone!

Posted: April 18, 2014

Greatest principal I've ever known. Caring, dedicated, full of love for all her kids and their families. Hollywood should make movie about her!

Posted: April 16, 2014

This school is absolutely fantastic in more ways than one. My son has really connected with the students and faculty here and i have found that he ha relly blossomed and found himself this year. I wouldnt want him to be anywhere else!

Posted: January 7, 2014

This is the school where your children are learning through a creative, safe environment. Great Principal leadership and teachers are lovely and respectful of the children. Very happy to be part of Armstrong.

Posted: August 21, 2013

Both of my girls have attended Armstrong. My youngest is still there. The staff is A+++, very caring, well prepared and will give your child an excellent education. However, be prepared to be an involved parent because your child will have lots of homework and reading to do. It was a bit overwhelming at times when both my girls where there but it is SO worth it. Your child will be very well prepared for Middle school. And did I mention they loved it there?!

Posted: May 1, 2013

My two sons attend Armstrong, both coming from DOD schools in Europe. We came into VA so far behind and everyone at Armstrong has worked with us to get my children caught up. I'm certain this was best choice. Both my boys are strong in Math and Science but one of my kids is a great musician/singer and they foster opportunities for him to perform whenever possible. There is a good deal expected from each student but the rewards are amazing!

Posted: June 6, 2012

I'm so glad my son gets to attend this school. Love the curriculum orientation towards the arts, it has make it more fun for my son to learn. He paints, cooks, create, sings... while learning math, science, reading... there is not other school I would like my son to attend. Yes, there is homework. You want your kids to succed, right?

Posted: September 20, 2011

As I read some of the negative comments I just shake my head. I have three children at Armstrong. It is a challenging school. School gets out at 3:35 and homework gets done by 4:45 at the latest. If you can't spend an hour with your child working with them on their education then this is not a school for you. But, if you want the next best thing to a private school education and you are a supportive parent who makes time for your kids, then Armstrong is it. Great teacher support, open door policies, strong leadership. Go spend some time in the classroom!

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