Serving 587 students in grades 7-12, New Hope High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 587 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Hope High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
New Hope High School's student population of 587 students has grown by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 63% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
587 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
New Hope High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Hope High School is 0.44, 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
#548 out of 1276 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
18:1
American Indian
12%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
4%
10%
Black
6%
32%
White
74%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- New Hope High School (NHHS) is located in New Hope, Alabama. It is part of the Madison County Schools system.
- Languages and language programs: Foreign Language: Spanish, French.
- Sport programs: Baseball, Soccer, Basketball, Softball, Cheerleadering, Football, Volleyball, Golf, Marching Band.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Hope High School's ranking?
New Hope High School is ranked #548 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are New Hope High School often compared to?
New Hope High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madison County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL 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 Alabama state average of 89%.
How many students attend New Hope High School?
587 students attend New Hope High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of New Hope High School students are White, 12% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Hope High School?
New Hope High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does New Hope High School offer ?
New Hope High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is New Hope High School part of?
New Hope High School is part of Madison County School District.
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