Serving 659 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hope Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 659 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hope Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hope Elementary School's student population of 659 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
659 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hope Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hope Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#955 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
25%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
55%
20%
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hope Elementary School's ranking?
Hope Elementary School is ranked #955 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Hope Elementary School often compared to?
Hope Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Calavera Hills Elementary School, Kelly Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hope Elementary School?
659 students attend Hope Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Hope Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hope Elementary School?
Hope Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hope Elementary School offer ?
Hope Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Hope Elementary School part of?
Hope Elementary School is part of Carlsbad Unified School District.
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