Best Schools in New Hope, Pennsylvania
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in New Hope by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
New Hope-solebury HS
High · New Hope-solebury Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
New Hope-solebury Upper EL Sch
Elementary · New Hope-solebury Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
New Hope-solebury MS
Middle · New Hope-solebury Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in New Hope for 2026 are New Hope-solebury HS (9.5/10), New Hope-solebury Upper EL Sch (8.7/10), and New Hope-solebury MS (8.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
8.8
out of 10
Median Home
$701,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
8.8
out of 10
Median Home
$701,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +1.8 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among New Hope schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in New Hope
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | New Hope-solebury HS | 9.5 / 10 |
| 2 | New Hope-solebury Upper EL Sch | 8.7 / 10 |
| 3 | New Hope-solebury MS | 8.3 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.8/10
- Median household income
- $161,146
- Median home value
- $701,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 67%
- Avg commute
- 35 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 88%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How New Hope compares
Pennsylvania rank
#2 of 408
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+2.6
above Pennsylvania avg (6.3)
Median household income
$161k
203% of Pennsylvania median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in New Hope, Pennsylvania
New Hope, Pennsylvania is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 8.8 out of 10, schools in New Hope perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in New Hope is New Hope-solebury HS with a composite score of 9.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
New Hope is served by 1 school district: New Hope-Solebury SD. These districts collectively serve 1,262 students.
New Hope's community shows 67% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $161,146. The poverty rate in the area is 2.2%.
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.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 273 students · 3rd–5th | 8.7 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 303 students · 6th–8th | 8.3 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 447 students · 9th–12th | 9.5 |
Schools in New Hope
New Hope, Pennsylvania · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$161,146
Median Home Value
$701,700
Median Rent
$2,005/mo
Population
13,192
College Educated
67%
Homeownership
88%
Avg Commute
35 min
Poverty Rate
2.2%
Community Profile
New Hope has a median household income of $161,146. It is a well-educated community where 67% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $701,700, with a median rent of $2,005/month. The local poverty rate of 2.2% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 35 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in New Hope, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in New Hope, Pennsylvania?
New Hope has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in New Hope, Pennsylvania?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in New Hope is 8.8 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in New Hope, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked school in New Hope on MySchoolScout is New Hope-solebury HS with a composite score of 9.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in New Hope, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked elementary school in New Hope on MySchoolScout is New Hope-solebury Upper EL Sch with a composite score of 8.7/10.
What is the best middle school in New Hope, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked middle school in New Hope on MySchoolScout is New Hope-solebury MS with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What is the best high school in New Hope, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked high school in New Hope on MySchoolScout is New Hope-solebury HS with a composite score of 9.5/10.
How many school districts serve New Hope, Pennsylvania?
New Hope is served by 1 school district: New Hope-solebury Sd.
What is the education level in New Hope, Pennsylvania?
According to Census data, 67% of adults in New Hope have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in New Hope, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in New Hope is approximately $161,146 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in New Hope, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in New Hope is 11.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in New Hope, Pennsylvania?
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 built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Pennsylvania Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.