Serving 1,809 students in grades 9-12, Hopewell High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,809 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hopewell High School's student population of 1,809 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 100 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,809 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hopewell High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hopewell High School is 0.66, 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
#821 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
18%
20%
Black
49%
25%
White
26%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hopewell High School's ranking?
Hopewell High School is ranked #821 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Hopewell High School often compared to?
Hopewell High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mallard Creek High School, North Mecklenburg High School, William Amos Hough High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hopewell High School?
The graduation rate of Hopewell High School is 87%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Hopewell High School?
1,809 students attend Hopewell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Hopewell High School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hopewell High School?
Hopewell High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hopewell High School offer ?
Hopewell High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hopewell High School part of?
Hopewell High School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 10/21/2020
This is my daughter''s 2nd year at Hopewell and is doing great. She is thriving academically and has been opportunities to be involved in the school. My daughter feels like all her teachers are supportive and knows she can go to the administration team if she was ever to need anything. Hopewell is a great high school.
5 10/9/2020
This is our 2nd year at Hopewell. My son has had a great experience. He is being challenged academically. There are many opportunities for students to be involved. The Principal truly cares about all students.
2 12/8/2009
The administration has no control and many of the students are out of control. Fights occur every day, zero tolerance means, If you fight you are suspended..than you get to come back and do it again.
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