Hope High School is a comprehensive public secondary school in Hope, Arkansas, United States. The school serves grades 9 through 12 and is the only such school in the Hope city limits, as well as one of four high schools in Hempstead County. It is the sole high school in the Hope School District.
Serving 611 students in grades 9-12, Hope High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 611 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hope High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Hope High School's student population of 611 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
611 students
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Year Founded
1922
School Rankings
Hope High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hope High School is 0.67, which is more 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
#914 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
35%
15%
Black
40%
19%
White
23%
57%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bobcat
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hope High School's ranking?
Hope High School is ranked #914 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hope High School?
The graduation rate of Hope High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Hope High School?
611 students attend Hope High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Hope High School students are Black, 35% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hope High School?
Hope High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hope High School offer ?
Hope High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hope High School part of?
Hope High School is part of HOPE School District.
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