Serving 152 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Hope Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 152 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hope Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Hope Elementary School's student population of 152 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
152 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hope Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 512 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hope Elementary School is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.24. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#51 out of 512 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
n/a
3%
Black
n/a
4%
White
99%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hope Elementary School's ranking?
Hope Elementary School is ranked #51 out of 512 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Hope Elementary School often compared to?
Hope Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Union Elementary School, Prescott Memorial School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Hope Elementary School?
152 students attend Hope Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Hope Elementary School students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hope Elementary School?
Hope Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hope Elementary School offer ?
Hope Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Hope Elementary School part of?
Hope Elementary School is part of HOPE Public Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 9/15/2020
There is a better school anywhere. Each and every teacher, support staff, and everyone working in the school are truly dedicated to our children. Love this school for my kids.
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