Very Good
#111 of 457 private schools in VA
Top 24% of private schools
St Mary Star of the Sea School
Elementary School
14 N WILLARD AVE, Hampton, VA 23663
Enrollment
143
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
143
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#111 of 457
In Hampton
#1 of 6
public schools
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St Mary Star of the Sea School
Elementary School in Hampton · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Moton Early Childhood Center
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About St Mary Star of the Sea School
St Mary Star of the Sea School is a private elementary school in Hampton, VA. St Mary Star of the Sea School serves approximately 143 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary Star of the Sea School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #111 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 143 students, St Mary Star of the Sea School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 9:1 students to teachers, St Mary Star of the Sea School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Mary Star of the Sea School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St Mary Star of the Sea School compares to 26 public schools serving similar grades in Hampton, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary Star of the Sea School (this school) | 7.2 |
| Moton Early Childhood Center | 5.3 |
| Jane H. Bryan Elementary | 8.1 |
| Captain John Smith Elementary | 5.7 |
| Francis W. Jones Magnet Middle | 9.1 |
| Mary T. Christian Elementary | 7.7 |
| Barron Elementary | 7.5 |
| Armstrong Elementary | 6.7 |
| Benjamin Syms Middle | 5.9 |
| Hunter B. Andrews | 8.1 |
| Albert W. Patrick III Elementary | 7.9 |
| Mary S. Peake Elementary | 6.9 |
| Phillips Elementary | 6.8 |
| A.W.E. Bassette Elementary | 7.3 |
| Samuel P. Langley Elementary | 8.1 |
| Francis Asbury Elementary | 6.3 |
| Paul Burbank Elementary | 7.5 |
| Thomas Eaton Middle | 6.4 |
| William Mason Cooper Elementary | 8.1 |
| C. Alton Lindsay Middle | 6.2 |
| Aberdeen Elementary | 7.4 |
Showing 20 of 26 schools. View all schools in Hampton
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in VA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in VA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
14 N WILLARD AVE, Hampton, VA 23663
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary Star of the Sea School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jane H. Bryan Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Hunter B. Andrews (rated 8.1/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Samuel P. Langley Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hampton, see our Hampton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Moton Early Childhood Center Hampton | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Jane H. Bryan Elementary Hampton | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Phoebus High Hampton | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| VICTORY BAPTIST SCHOOL Hampton | 1.4 mi | — |
| Captain John Smith Elementary Hampton | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Francis W. Jones Magnet Middle Hampton | 2.1 mi | 9.1 |
| Mary T. Christian Elementary Hampton | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Kecoughtan High Hampton | 2.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Benjamin Syms Middle Hampton | 2.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Barron Elementary Hampton | 2.6 mi | 7.5 |
| GLORIA DEI LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hampton | 3.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Phillips Elementary Hampton | 3.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Albert W. Patrick III Elementary Hampton | 3.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Armstrong Elementary Hampton | 2.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Mary S. Peake Elementary Hampton | 3.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Hunter B. Andrews Hampton | 2.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Samuel P. Langley Elementary Hampton | 3.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Francis Asbury Elementary Hampton | 3.9 mi | 6.3 |
| A.W.E. Bassette Elementary Hampton | 3.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Hampton High Hampton | 3.7 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 23663 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,397
Median Home Value
$187,700
Median Rent
$1,248/mo
Population
14,599
College Educated
17.4%
Homeownership
51.8%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
14.8%
Median Age
37.5
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| ST PIUS X SCHOOL Norfolk, VA | 7.2 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Newport News, VA | 7.2 |
| Big Island Elementary Big Island, VA | 7.3 |
| EDLIN SCHOOL Reston, VA | 7.3 |
| ANGELUS ACADEMY Springfield, VA | 7.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Mary Star of the Sea School
What grades does St Mary Star of the Sea School serve?
St Mary Star of the Sea School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Mary Star of the Sea School?
St Mary Star of the Sea School has an enrollment of approximately 143 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary Star of the Sea School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary Star of the Sea School is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Mary Star of the Sea School rank in VA?
St Mary Star of the Sea School ranks #111 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is St Mary Star of the Sea School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mary Star of the Sea School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Mary Star of the Sea School a private school?
Yes, St Mary Star of the Sea School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St Mary Star of the Sea School a religious school?
St Mary Star of the Sea School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 143
- Gender Split
- 41% M / 59% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Hampton city
- Phone
- (757) 723-6358
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