Serving 787 students in grades 9-12, New Hope High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi 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 Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 787 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Hope High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
New Hope High School's student population of 787 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
787 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Hope High School ranks within the top 30% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Hope High School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#195 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
45%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
50%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.8%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Gold
School Mascot
Trojan
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Hope High School's ranking?
New Hope High School is ranked #195 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are New Hope High School often compared to?
New Hope High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Columbus High School, Caledonia High 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 52% MS state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Hope High School?
The graduation rate of New Hope High School is 95%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89.4%.
How many students attend New Hope High School?
787 students attend New Hope High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of New Hope High School students are White, 45% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Hope High School?
New Hope High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does New Hope High School offer ?
New Hope High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Hope High School part of?
New Hope High School is part of Lowndes County School District.
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