Serving 253 students in grades 4-6, 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 19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than 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 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 253 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Top 1% in MI)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Top 1%)
- 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 253 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
253 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mt Hope School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)29%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
16%
9%
Black
33%
18%
White
30%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
19%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
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?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MI state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
How many students attend Mt Hope School?
253 students attend Mt Hope School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Mt Hope School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 19% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mt Hope School?
Mt Hope School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mt Hope School offer ?
Mt Hope School offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Mt Hope School part of?
Mt Hope School is part of Lansing Public School District.
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