Serving 879 students in grades 9-12, Mt. Hope High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 879 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mt. Hope High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Mt. Hope High School's student population of 879 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
879 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mt. Hope High School ranks within the top 30% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mt. Hope High School is 0.27, 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
#73 out of 289 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
6%
30%
Black
2%
9%
White
85%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mt. Hope High School's ranking?
Mt. Hope High School is ranked #73 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Mt. Hope High School often compared to?
Mt. Hope High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barrington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mt. Hope High School?
The graduation rate of Mt. Hope High School is 90%, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 83%.
How many students attend Mt. Hope High School?
879 students attend Mt. Hope High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Mt. Hope High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mt. Hope High School?
Mt. Hope High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mt. Hope High School offer ?
Mt. Hope High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mt. Hope High School part of?
Mt. Hope High School is part of Bristol Warren School District.
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