Serving 621 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, New Hope Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 621 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: New Hope Elementary serves the southeast part of Locust Grove, GA, covering an area of approximately 19.3 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.8 miles to the school's edge and a maximum distance of 4.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Hope Elementary School's student population of 621 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
621 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Hope Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Hope Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#764 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
22%
36%
White
57%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Hope Elementary School's ranking?
New Hope Elementary School is ranked #764 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are New Hope Elementary School often compared to?
New Hope Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rock Spring Elementary School, Ola Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend New Hope Elementary School?
621 students attend New Hope Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of New Hope Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Hope Elementary School?
New Hope Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does New Hope Elementary School offer ?
New Hope Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Hope Elementary School part of?
New Hope Elementary School is part of Henry County School District.
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