About Southampton Elementary

When Southampton’s first principal, Mrs. Dorthy Burton opened the school's doors on September 30, 1959.  Six hundred thirty-nine students along with their teachers, parents and neighbors began a tradition of excellence that continues today. The original building constructed by Chesterfield County, consisted of fifteen classrooms, cafeteria, and a library for students in grades first through six. 

By the late sixties, the building was expanded to twenty-nine classrooms accommodating 815 students.  An enlarged library, multipurpose room, and computer lab.  During the 2019-2020 school year, a computer lab was outfitted with new computers, printers, and SMART Boards.  

Southampton's Principals

• Mrs. Dorothy Burton, 1959 – 1965 
• Mr. Claybrook, 1965 – 1967 
• Mrs. Charles Stanton, 1967 – 1971 
• Mrs. Helen Kelly, 1971 – 1974 
• Dr. Sylvia Robinson, 1974 – 1989 
• Mrs. Ann Jenkins, 1989 – 1995 
• Mrs. Joyce Lanier, 1995 – 1999 
• Dr. Joyce Keene, 1999 – 2001 
• Mrs. Linda Bennett, 2001 – 2013 
• Mrs. Sheleta Crews, 2013 - 2024
• Mrs. Rebecca Gill Petrey, 2024 - Present

Established

Southampton Elementary School was established in 1959.

Acquired

Southampton Elementary School was acquired in 1970 (by annexation from Chesterfield County).

Theme

Environmental Studies

Motto

"You Just Can't Hide That Southampton Pride"

Mascot

Tiger

Colors

Red & White