Mount Hope

Mount Hope is a public elementary school in Mt Hope, Alabama, serving 111 students across grades pre-K through 6. At a 12.3-to-1 student-teacher ratio, students get direct, consistent attention that larger schools rarely match. The school earns a composite score of 9.2/10, rated Exceptional, and ranks #1 among all 11 public schools in Lawrence County.

That county-leading position reflects strength across the full scorecard: an 8.0 academic score pairs with a standout 9.7 growth score. A growth rating that high means students are advancing at an above-average pace relative to peers with similar starting points — and it's the single strongest number on Mount Hope's profile. Statewide, Mount Hope ranks #25 out of 1,356 public schools in Alabama, outperforming 98% of schools across the state.

For a school of 111 students, placing in the top 2% statewide is a striking result. Families comparing elementary options in Lawrence County will find no higher-ranked public school in the area, and across Alabama, very few elementary schools — just 24 out of 696 — rank above it.

With an enrollment of 111 students, Mount Hope is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Located in a rural area, Mount Hope may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.