Serving 601 students in grades 6-8, Good Hope Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 601 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Good Hope Middle School serves the northern part of West Monroe, LA, covering an area of approximately 46.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 3.7 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 8.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Good Hope Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Good Hope Middle School's student population of 601 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
601 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Rankings
Good Hope Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Good Hope Middle School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#284 out of 1244 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
4%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Black
20%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
White
70%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.8%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Good Hope Middle School's ranking?
Good Hope Middle School is ranked #284 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Good Hope Middle School often compared to?
Good Hope Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Ridge Middle School, Riser Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Good Hope Middle School?
601 students attend Good Hope Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Good Hope Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Good Hope Middle School?
Good Hope Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
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 Ouachita Parish School District.
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