Serving 204 students in grades Kindergarten-8, New Hope Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 204 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: New Hope Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Fairfield, IL school district, covering approximately 97 square miles. Typically, families can expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 6.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 11.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Hope Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
New Hope Elementary School's student population of 204 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
204 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Hope Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Hope Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#279 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
2%
29%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
White
95%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Hope Elementary School's ranking?
New Hope Elementary School is ranked #279 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are New Hope Elementary School often compared to?
New Hope Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jasper Elementary School, Geff Elementary School, North Side Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend New Hope Elementary School?
204 students attend New Hope Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of New Hope Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Hope Elementary School?
New Hope Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does New Hope Elementary School offer ?
New Hope Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is New Hope Elementary School part of?
New Hope Elementary School is part of New HOPE CCSD 6 School District.
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