New Hope Elementary School ranked #256 in Alabama in 2023, showing a decline from #209 in 2022 but an improvement from #258 in 2021, positioning it in the top 30% statewide for overall academic performance.
Math proficiency at the school was 44% in 2023, higher than the state average of 30%, though this represents a decline from previous years when it peaked at 68% in 2019.
Reading proficiency reached 59% in 2022, higher than the state average of 47%, with upward trends since 2016 when it was 45%.
Science proficiency ranged between 55–59% in 2022, placing the school in Alabama's top 20% and well above the state average of 38%.
Enrollment increased slightly from 491 students in 2021 to 582 in 2023, with a student–teacher ratio holding steady at 16:1, and minority enrollment representing 24% of the 569 total students in prekindergarten through grade 6.
The percentage of students eligible for free lunch rose from 30% in 2022 to 47% in 2023, indicating significant socioeconomic changes in the student population over the past year.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 534 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Hope Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
New Hope Elementary School's student population of 534 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
534 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
New Hope Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Hope Elementary School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#256 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
8%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
4%
31%
White
77%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Hope Elementary School's ranking?
New Hope Elementary School is ranked #256 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend New Hope Elementary School?
534 students attend New Hope Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of New Hope Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Hope Elementary School?
New Hope Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does New Hope Elementary School offer ?
New Hope Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Hope Elementary School part of?
New Hope Elementary School is part of Madison County School District.
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