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Tigers are On the Rise!

Where tradition meets opportunity and every student is empowered to succeed.

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The mission of Southampton Elementary School is to strengthen the development of basic and higher level skills to the greatest potential for each student. Students are motivated and encouraged to develop a sense of self worth, respect and responsibility. Parents and the community will join us as active partners in creating a positive environment and providing innovative experiences.

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Southampton Elementary School will be the premier elementary school in Richmond, VA. It will operate in the spirit of excellence and be staffed by highly effective educators who genuinely love and care about our students, their families and their futures.

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RPS Direct: Friday, October 30, 2026

October 30, 2026

RPS Direct: Friday, October 30, 2026

Excellence Has a New Chapter: Congratulations to the inaugural members of the Cheryl L. Burke Chapter of the National Elementary Honor Society at Chimborazo Elementary School! These outstanding Jag...

RPS Direct: Thursday, October 29, 2026

October 29, 2026

RPS Direct: Thursday, October 29, 2026

Democracy at the Center: At RPS, preparing students for life beyond graduation means more than preparing them for college and careers. It also means helping them become informed, engaged members of...

RPS Direct: Monday, October 26, 2026

October 26, 2026

RPS Direct: Monday, October 26, 2026

Jason's Monday Message: What a week! I can’t overstate how grateful I am to our teachers and staff for all that you’re doing to ensure instruction continues and our students are cared for. You have...

10/25/26 Southampton Pawprint

October 25, 2026

10/25/26 Southampton Pawprint

📖 READ THIS WEEK’S SOUTHAMPTON PAWPRINT HERE:10/25/26 Southampton Pawprint Newsletter🐯 Southampton Families—it's a BIG week at SES! Even without internet or access to our copiers, our teachers are ...

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Southampton at a Glance

Southampton Elementary School is home of the Tigers!

42

Full-time teachers

459

Students enrolled in grade K-5th

11:1

Student to teacher ratio