Serving 361 students in grades 6-8, Good Hope Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Good Hope Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Good Hope Middle School's student population of 361 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
361 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Raiders!
School Rankings
Good Hope Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Good Hope Middle School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#388 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
n/a
32%
White
84%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Good Hope Middle School's ranking?
Good Hope Middle School is ranked #388 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Good Hope Middle School often compared to?
Good Hope Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairview Middle School, West Point Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Good Hope Middle School?
361 students attend Good Hope Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Good Hope Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Good Hope Middle School?
Good Hope Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Good Hope Middle School offer ?
Good Hope Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Good Hope Middle School part of?
Good Hope Middle School is part of Cullman County School District.
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