Hopewell Valley Central High School is a four-year comprehensive public high school operating as part of the Hopewell Valley Regional School District that serves students in ninth through twelfth grades ...
Serving 1,068 students in grades 9-12, Hopewell Valley Central High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,068 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hopewell Valley Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Hopewell Valley Central High School's student population of 1,068 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,068 students
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Year Founded
1907
Colors
Black, Gold, Vegas Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Hopewell Valley Central High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hopewell Valley Central High School is 0.50, 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
#789 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
11%
Hispanic
7%
35%
Black
4%
14%
White
69%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hopewell Valley Central High School's ranking?
Hopewell Valley Central High School is ranked #789 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Hopewell Valley Central High School often compared to?
Hopewell Valley Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lawrence High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hopewell Valley Central High School?
The graduation rate of Hopewell Valley Central High School is 97%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Hopewell Valley Central High School?
1,068 students attend Hopewell Valley Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Hopewell Valley Central High School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hopewell Valley Central High School?
Hopewell Valley Central High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hopewell Valley Central High School offer ?
Hopewell Valley Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hopewell Valley Central High School part of?
Hopewell Valley Central High School is part of Hopewell Valley Regional School District.
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