Serving 262 students in grades Kindergarten-5, New Hopewell Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 262 students
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: New Hopewell Elementary serves the southeast part of Knoxville, TN, covering an area of approximately 16.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Hopewell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
New Hopewell Elementary School's student population of 262 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
262 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
21 teachers
School Rankings
New Hopewell Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Hopewell Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#332 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
10%
16%
Black
8%
20%
White
75%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.6%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Hopewell Elementary School's ranking?
New Hopewell Elementary School is ranked #332 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are New Hopewell Elementary School often compared to?
New Hopewell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gap Creek 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 34% TN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend New Hopewell Elementary School?
262 students attend New Hopewell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of New Hopewell Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does New Hopewell Elementary School offer ?
New Hopewell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Hopewell Elementary School part of?
New Hopewell Elementary School is part of Knox County School District.
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