Serving 103 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Hope School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 103 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hope School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hope School's student population of 103 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
103 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We SOAR with Pride!
School Rankings
Hope School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hope School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#666 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
38%
Black
23%
21%
White
60%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)58.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hope School's ranking?
Hope School is ranked #666 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hope School?
The graduation rate of Hope School is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hope School?
103 students attend Hope School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Hope School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hope School?
Hope School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hope School offer ?
Hope School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hope School part of?
Hope School is part of Jackson School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
My son is autistic, and Hope School has been amazing for him. The teachers are amazing too. They put so much effort into caring for the children at their school, and I find it to be so good for my child.
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