Serving 657 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hope Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 657 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hope Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hope Elementary School's student population of 657 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
657 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hope Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hope Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#926 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
25%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
55%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hope Elementary School's ranking?
Hope Elementary School is ranked #926 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Hope Elementary School often compared to?
Hope Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Calavera Hills Elementary School, Kelly Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hope Elementary School?
657 students attend Hope Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Hope Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hope Elementary School?
Hope Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hope Elementary School offer ?
Hope Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Hope Elementary School part of?
Hope Elementary School is part of Carlsbad Unified School District.
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