Serving 397 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hopewell Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey 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 New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Hopewell Elementary School serves the northeast part of Hopewell, NJ, covering an area of approximately 21.7 square miles. Families within this zone typically drive 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hopewell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hopewell Elementary School's student population of 397 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
397 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Hopewell Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hopewell Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#421 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
11%
Hispanic
10%
35%
Black
3%
14%
White
76%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.6%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hopewell Elementary School's ranking?
Hopewell Elementary School is ranked #421 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Hopewell Elementary School often compared to?
Hopewell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lawrenceville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Hopewell Elementary School?
397 students attend Hopewell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Hopewell Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 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 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hopewell Elementary School offer ?
Hopewell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hopewell Elementary School part of?
Hopewell Elementary School is part of Hopewell Valley Regional School District.
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