Needs Improvement
#9124 of 9,539 schools in CA
Hope
High School · Anaheim Union High
7901 Knott Ave., Buena Park, CA 90620
Enrollment
234
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
3.3
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
234
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
3.3
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,124 of 9,539
In Buena Park
#14 of 14
public schools
In district
#21 of 21
Anaheim Union High
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Hope
High School in Buena Park · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Hope
Hope is a public high school in Buena Park, CA, part of Anaheim Union High. Hope serves approximately 234 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Hope has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #9,124 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Hope show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.6
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 8.1:1 students to teachers, Hope sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
61% of students at Hope were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Hope — Students at Hope score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 18 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.1/10.
How Hope Compares
See how Hope performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
7901 Knott Ave., Buena Park, CA 90620
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hope may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Buena Terra Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SPEECH & LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT CENTER (rated 7.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Arthur F. Corey Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Buena Park, see our Buena Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Raymond Temple Elementary Buena Park | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Buena Terra Elementary Buena Park | 0.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Rossier Park School Buena Park | 0.6 mi | — |
| ROSSIER PARK SCHOOL Buena Park | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Arthur F. Corey Elementary Buena Park | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Buena Park Middle Buena Park | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Speech and Language Development Center Buena Park | 0.9 mi | — |
| SPEECH & LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT CENTER Buena Park | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| San Marino Elementary Buena Park | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Centralia Elementary Anaheim | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| ST PIUS V CATHOLIC SCHOOL Buena Park | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| St. Pius V Catholic School Buena Park | 1.2 mi | — |
| ACADEMY OF KAIROS Anaheim | 1.3 mi | — |
| SMART START MONTESSORI Buena Park | 1.3 mi | — |
| Mabel L. Pendleton Elementary Buena Park | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| SEMITA SCHOOL La Palma | 1.3 mi | — |
| George B. Miller Elementary La Palma | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Carl E. Gilbert Elementary Buena Park | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Danbrook Elementary Anaheim | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Glen H. Dysinger Sr. Elementary Buena Park | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90620 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$122,582
Median Home Value
$782,000
Median Rent
$2,263/mo
Population
46,992
College Educated
32.6%
Homeownership
72.7%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
37.7
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| Da Vinci RISE High El Segundo, CA | 3.5 |
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| Mt. Madonna High Gilroy, CA | 3.6 |
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| Five Keys Charter (SF Sheriff's) San Francisco, CA | 2.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hope
What grades does Hope serve?
Hope serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Hope?
Hope has an enrollment of approximately 234 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hope?
The student-teacher ratio at Hope is 8.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hope rank in CA?
Hope ranks #9,124 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Hope's MySchoolScout rating?
Hope has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Hope?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hope has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Hope a charter school?
No, Hope is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hope a Title I school?
No, Hope is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hope?
72.2% of students at Hope qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 234
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.2%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 61.1%
- Phone
- (714) 220-4198
- 4-Year Graduation
- ≤20%
Resources & Links
District
Anaheim Union High- District Enrollment
- 27,195
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,342
- District Rank
- #21 of 21
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