Serving 807 students in grades 9-12, New Hope High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 807 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Hope High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
New Hope High School's student population of 807 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
807 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
New Hope High School ranks within the top 30% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Hope High School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#210 out of 805 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
5%
Black
48%
47%
White
48%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
40%
26%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Hope High School's ranking?
New Hope High School is ranked #210 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are New Hope High School often compared to?
New Hope High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Columbus High School, Caledonia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Hope High School?
The graduation rate of New Hope High School is 91%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend New Hope High School?
807 students attend New Hope High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of New Hope High School students are Black, 48% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Hope High School?
New Hope High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does New Hope High School offer ?
New Hope High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is New Hope High School part of?
New Hope High School is part of Lowndes Co School District.
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