Serving 657 students in grades 5-8, Hopewell Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 657 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hopewell JHS's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Aliquippa, PA, covering approximately 59.8 square miles. Families in the area can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.9 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9.3 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hopewell Junior High School's student population of 657 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
657 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Hopewell Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hopewell Junior High School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1218 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
16%
Black
5%
14%
White
87%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hopewell Junior High School's ranking?
Hopewell Junior High School is ranked #1218 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Hopewell Junior High School often compared to?
Hopewell Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Side Middle School, Central Valley Middle School, Beaver Area Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Hopewell Junior High School?
657 students attend Hopewell Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Hopewell Junior High School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hopewell Junior High School?
Hopewell Junior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hopewell Junior High School offer ?
Hopewell Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hopewell Junior High School part of?
Hopewell Junior High School is part of Hopewell Area School District.
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