Serving 74 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Hope Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 74 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Hope Elementary serves the west part of Hope, KS, covering an area of approximately 157.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 8.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 17.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hope Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hope Elementary School's student population of 74 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
74 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Hope Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hope Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#74 out of 1269 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
3%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 28-year historical data
White
84%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.5%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hope Elementary School's ranking?
Hope Elementary School is ranked #74 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Hope Elementary School often compared to?
Hope Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Herington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Hope Elementary School?
74 students attend Hope Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Hope Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
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 Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hope Elementary School offer ?
Hope Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hope Elementary School part of?
Hope Elementary School is part of Rural Vista School District.
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