Serving 520 students in grades 6-8, New Hope Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 520 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Hope Middle School's student population of 520 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
520 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
New Hope Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Hope Middle School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#467 out of 2168 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
44%
18%
Black
1%
36%
White
50%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Hope Middle School's ranking?
New Hope Middle School is ranked #467 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend New Hope Middle School?
520 students attend New Hope Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of New Hope Middle School students are White, 44% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Hope Middle School?
New Hope Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does New Hope Middle School offer ?
New Hope Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is New Hope Middle School part of?
New Hope Middle School is part of Whitfield County School District.
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