Serving 196 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Hopewell Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 196 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hopewell Elementary School serves the northeast part of Collins, MS, covering an area of approximately 73 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of about 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located around 6.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hopewell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Hopewell Elementary School's student population of 196 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
196 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hopewell Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hopewell Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#334 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Black
92%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.5%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
5%
Showing 2010–2020. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hopewell Elementary School's ranking?
Hopewell Elementary School is ranked #334 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Hopewell Elementary School?
196 students attend Hopewell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Hopewell Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hopewell Elementary School?
Hopewell Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hopewell Elementary School offer ?
Hopewell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hopewell Elementary School part of?
Hopewell Elementary School is part of Covington County School District.
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