Serving 520 students in grades Kindergarten-5, New Hope Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 520 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Hope Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
New Hope Elementary School's student population of 520 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
520 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
New Hope Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Hope Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#586 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
11%
25%
White
72%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Hope Elementary School's ranking?
New Hope Elementary School is ranked #586 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are New Hope Elementary School often compared to?
New Hope Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like W A Bess Elementary School, Hawks Nest Steam Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend New Hope Elementary School?
520 students attend New Hope Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of New Hope Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Hope Elementary School?
New Hope Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does New Hope Elementary School offer ?
New Hope Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is New Hope Elementary School part of?
New Hope Elementary School is part of Gaston County Schools School District.
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