Serving 952 students in grades 6-8, Hope Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 952 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 94% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Hope Middle serves the southeast part of Greenville, NC, covering an area of approximately 16.9 square miles, with most students living within a 10-12 minute drive to the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of its attendance zone is about 4.8 miles, extending up to 6.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hope Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hope Middle School's student population of 952 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
952 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Dedicated to Excellence in Education
School Rankings
Hope Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hope Middle School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#257 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)82%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
27%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
50%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hope Middle School's ranking?
Hope Middle School is ranked #257 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Hope Middle School often compared to?
Hope Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like A G Cox Middle School, Chicod by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Hope Middle School?
952 students attend Hope Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Hope Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hope Middle School?
Hope Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hope Middle School offer ?
Hope Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Hope Middle School part of?
Hope Middle School is part of Pitt County Schools.
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