Serving 819 students in grades 9-12, Hope High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 819 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 72% (Btm 50% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hope High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hope High School's student population of 819 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
819 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hope High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hope High School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#255 out of 289 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
68%
30%
Black
16%
9%
White
6%
51%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
72%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hope High School's ranking?
Hope High School is ranked #255 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Hope High School often compared to?
Hope High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hope High School?
The graduation rate of Hope High School is 72%, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 83%.
How many students attend Hope High School?
819 students attend Hope High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Hope High School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hope High School?
Hope High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hope High School offer ?
Hope High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hope High School part of?
Hope High School is part of Providence School District.
In what neighborhood is Hope High School located?
Hope High School is located in the College Hill neighborhood of Providence, RI.
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