6.9 avg / 10

Best Schools in Hope Mills, North Carolina

12 schools · 6 Elementary · 3 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 10

Private: 2

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 6.9/10

Estimated Scores: 9%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.9/10
Median household income: $65,213
Median home value: $203,700
Bachelor's degree or higher: 22%
Avg commute: 27 min
Owner-occupied homes: 73%

How Hope Mills compares

North Carolina rank

#52 of 253

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.5

above North Carolina avg (6.4)

Median household income

$65k

96% of North Carolina median

Schools in this city

11

About Schools in Hope Mills, North Carolina

Hope Mills, North Carolina is home to 12 schools, including 10 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 6 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 6.9 out of 10, schools in Hope Mills show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Hope Mills is Gray's Creek Elementary with a composite score of 9.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Hope Mills is served by 1 school district: Cumberland County Schools. These districts collectively serve 49,314 students.

Hope Mills's community shows 22% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $65,213. The poverty rate in the area is 14.9%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Elementary Schools

6 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Gray's Creek Elementary 459 students · Pre-K–5th	459	Pre-K–5th	9.0
2	Rockfish Elementary 669 students · Pre-K–5th	669	Pre-K–5th	8.4
3	C Wayne Collier Elementary 505 students · Pre-K–5th	505	Pre-K–5th	8.4
4	Gallberry Farm Elementary 914 students · Pre-K–5th	914	Pre-K–5th	7.8
5	Ed V Baldwin Elementary 606 students · Pre-K–5th	606	Pre-K–5th	6.0
Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	ACADEMY AT NEW LIFE Private 17 students · Pre-K–5th	17	Pre-K–5th	Not Rated

Middle Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Hope Mills Middle 491 students · 6th–8th	491	6th–8th	7.1
2	South View Middle 626 students · 6th–8th	626	6th–8th	6.6
3	Gray's Creek Middle 1,088 students · 6th–8th	1,088	6th–8th	5.3

High Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	South View High 1,451 students · 9th–12th	1,451	9th–12th	5.2
2	Gray's Creek High 1,419 students · 9th–12th	1,419	9th–12th	4.1

Other Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	FLAMING SWORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Private 88 students · Pre-K–12th	88	Pre-K–12th	Not Rated

Schools in Hope Mills

Hope Mills, North Carolina · 12 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$65,213

Median Home Value

$203,700

Median Rent

$1,111/mo

Population

38,921

College Educated

22%

Homeownership

73%

Avg Commute

27 min

Poverty Rate

14.9%

Community Profile

Hope Mills has a median household income of $65,213. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $203,700, with a median rent of $1,111/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.9%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: North Carolina
Total Schools: 12
Elementary: 6
Middle: 3
High: 2
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.9/10

Resources

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School District

Cumberland County Schools

86 schools · 49,314 students

Nearby Cities

Parkton (1 school)

6 mi

Fayetteville (85 schools)

7 mi

Saint Pauls (3 schools)

10 mi

Lumber Bridge (2 schools)

Spring Lake (7 schools)

Red Springs (5 schools)

17 mi

Wade (1 school)

19 mi

Lumberton (17 schools)

22 mi

Bunnlevel (2 schools)

23 mi

Other Major Cities in North Carolina

Top metros statewide by school count.

Charlotte 225 schools Raleigh 138 schools Greensboro 95 schools Durham 94 schools Winston-salem 77 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Hope Mills, North Carolina

How many schools are in Hope Mills, North Carolina?

Hope Mills has 12 schools, including 10 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Hope Mills, North Carolina?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Hope Mills is 6.9 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Hope Mills, North Carolina?

The top-ranked school in Hope Mills on MySchoolScout is Gray's Creek Elementary with a composite score of 9.0/10.

What is the best elementary school in Hope Mills, North Carolina?

The top-ranked elementary school in Hope Mills on MySchoolScout is Gray's Creek Elementary with a composite score of 9.0/10.

What is the best middle school in Hope Mills, North Carolina?

The top-ranked middle school in Hope Mills on MySchoolScout is Hope Mills Middle with a composite score of 7.1/10.

What is the best high school in Hope Mills, North Carolina?

The top-ranked high school in Hope Mills on MySchoolScout is South View High with a composite score of 5.2/10.

How many school districts serve Hope Mills, North Carolina?

Hope Mills is served by 1 school district: Cumberland County Schools.

What is the education level in Hope Mills, North Carolina?

According to Census data, 22% of adults in Hope Mills have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Hope Mills, North Carolina?

The median household income in Hope Mills is approximately $65,213 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Hope Mills, North Carolina?

Yes, Hope Mills has 2 private schools alongside 10 public schools. The top-rated private school is Flaming Sword Christian Academy with a score of 7.9/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Hope Mills, North Carolina?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Hope Mills is 14.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Hope Mills, North Carolina?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.