Serving 775 students in grades 9-12, Hope High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 775 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hope High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Providence, RI, encompassing approximately 20.6 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive to the school of 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 3.1 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 4.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hope High School's student population of 775 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
775 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1898
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hope High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hope High School is 0.49, 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
#250 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
69%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
65-69%
84.1%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)97.7%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Blue Wave
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hope High School's ranking?
Hope High School is ranked #250 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Hope High School often compared to?
Hope High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Providence High School, Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hope High School?
The graduation rate of Hope High School is 65-69%, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 84.1%.
How many students attend Hope High School?
775 students attend Hope High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Hope High School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hope High School?
Hope High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hope High School offer ?
Hope High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hope High School part of?
Hope High School is part of Providence School District.
In what neighborhood is Hope High School located?
Hope High School is located in the College Hill neighborhood of Providence, RI.
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