Serving 237 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Hope Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 237 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hope Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Porterville school district, covering an area of approximately 14.5 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive and an average distance of 2.5 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 4.7 miles at its furthest point.
- 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
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Hope Elementary School's student population of 237 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
237 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hope Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hope Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#3057 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
66%
56%
White
28%
20%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hope Elementary School's ranking?
Hope Elementary School is ranked #3057 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Hope Elementary School often compared to?
Hope Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Saucelito Elementary School, Ducor Union Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hope Elementary School?
237 students attend Hope Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Hope Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
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-8
What school district is Hope Elementary School part of?
Hope Elementary School is part of HOPE Elementary School District.
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