Serving 222 students in grades 4-8, Mt Hope School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 4% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 222 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mt Hope School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mt Hope School's student population of 222 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
Total Students
222 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mt Hope School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mt Hope School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2963 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
16%
9%
Black
38%
18%
White
30%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mt Hope School's ranking?
Mt Hope School is ranked #2963 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Mt Hope School often compared to?
Mt Hope Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pattengill School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Mt Hope School?
222 students attend Mt Hope School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Mt Hope School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mt Hope School?
Mt Hope School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mt Hope School offer ?
Mt Hope School offers enrollment in grades 4-8
What school district is Mt Hope School part of?
Mt Hope School is part of Lansing Public School District.
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