Serving 323 students in grades 4-8, Mt Hope School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 323 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mt. Hope School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 51.6 square miles around Lansing, MI. Families typically drive 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 4.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 8.1 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mt Hope School's student population of 323 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
323 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Mt Hope School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mt Hope School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2791 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
17%
9%
Black
36%
18%
White
28%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)97.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mt Hope School's ranking?
Mt Hope School is ranked #2791 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Mt Hope School often compared to?
Mt Hope Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pattengill School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Mt Hope School?
323 students attend Mt Hope School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Mt Hope School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mt Hope School?
Mt Hope School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Mt Hope School offer ?
Mt Hope School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mt Hope School part of?
Mt Hope School is part of Lansing Public School District.
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