Serving 506 students in grades 7-8, Hopewell Junior School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hopewell Junior School's student population of 506 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
506 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hopewell Junior School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hopewell Junior School is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1298 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
7%
7%
Black
11%
17%
White
62%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hopewell Junior School's ranking?
Hopewell Junior School is ranked #1298 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Hopewell Junior School?
506 students attend Hopewell Junior School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Hopewell Junior School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hopewell Junior School?
Hopewell Junior School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hopewell Junior School offer ?
Hopewell Junior School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Hopewell Junior School part of?
Hopewell Junior School is part of Lakota Local School District.
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