Serving 269 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Hope Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 269 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hope Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Hope Elementary School's student population of 269 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
269 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hope Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hope Elementary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#879 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
44%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
44%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hope Elementary School's ranking?
Hope Elementary School is ranked #879 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Hope Elementary School often compared to?
Hope Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monte Vista Elementary School, Vieja Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hope Elementary School?
269 students attend Hope Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Hope Elementary School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hope Elementary School?
Hope Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Hope Elementary School offer ?
Hope Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Hope Elementary School part of?
Hope Elementary School is part of HOPE Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Hope Elementary School located?
Hope Elementary School is located in the Hope neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Hope.
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