Serving 473 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Hope Elementary School's student population of 473 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
473 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
New Hope Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Hope Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#650 out of 2568 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
8%
20%
Black
10%
25%
White
76%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
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 #650 out of 2,568 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?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend New Hope Elementary School?
473 students attend New Hope Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of New Hope Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Hope Elementary School?
New Hope Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
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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