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#810 of 2,268 schools in GA

Top 36% in state

Based on limited data

New Hope Elementary School

Elementary School · Forsyth County

4810 Castleberry Road, Comming, GA 30040

Enrollment

1,143

Student-Teacher

15.9:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#810 of 2,268

In district

#29 of 42

Forsyth County

Equity

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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New Hope Elementary School

7.1/10

Elementary School in Comming · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About New Hope Elementary School

New Hope Elementary School is a public elementary school in Comming, GA, part of Forsyth County. New Hope Elementary School serves approximately 1,143 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. New Hope Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #810 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for New Hope Elementary School show 80% math proficiency (2024 GA) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 GA). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.8
  • GA avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics8.8Excellent60%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency80.1% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency68.8% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg+38 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+27 pts
Overall Proficiency74% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)71% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected+3.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile82th
Resources & Environment4.6Below Average40%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,993
Chronic Absenteeism15.4%

New Hope Elementary School — Students at New Hope Elementary School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 71%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

15.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 80.1% (2024 GA)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 68.8% (2024 GA)
School
State
41.8% (2024 GA)

Based on 2 test records from GA state assessments. About our data

How New Hope Elementary School Compares

See how New Hope Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.1/10
64th percentile in GA
Academic
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
4.6/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
15%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
72 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.4%

Location

4810 Castleberry Road, Comming, GA 30040

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering New Hope Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Midway Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Alpharetta), which scores notably higher. Another option is George W. Whitlow Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Cumming), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MONTESSORI AT VICKERY (rated 8.3/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Cumming), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Comming, see our Comming schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
PARKWAY PRESBYTERIAN PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Cumming 1.2 mi
MILTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL AT KELLY MILL Cumming 1.3 mi
George W. Whitlow Elementary Cumming 1.1 mi 8.5
Kelly Mill Elementary Cumming 1.8 mi 8.0
FIDELES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cumming 2.4 mi 5.1
South Forsyth High School Cumming 2.6 mi 7.4
Piney Grove Middle School Cumming 2.8 mi 8.1
West Forsyth High School Cumming 2.5 mi 6.4
CREEKSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cumming 2.8 mi
Vickery Creek Middle School Cumming 2.4 mi 6.9
Shiloh Point Elementary Cumming 2.9 mi 8.0
MONTESSORI AT VICKERY Cumming 2.4 mi 8.3
Vickery Creek Elementary School Cumming 2.5 mi 7.6
CUMMING FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH PRESCHOOL Cumming 3.3 mi 5.2
PINECREST ACADEMY Cumming 3.4 mi 7.4
Forsyth Central High School Cumming 3.3 mi 6.2
COVENANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cumming 3.2 mi 5.3
Otwell Middle School Cumming 3.5 mi 6.3
Sawnee Elementary School Cumming 3.9 mi 6.8
Midway Elementary School Alpharetta 3.5 mi 8.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$133,028

Median Home Value

$474,400

Median Rent

$1,883/mo

Population

79,580

College Educated

55.5%

Homeownership

84.4%

Avg Commute

30.3 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

39.1

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East Lake Elementary Mcdonough, GA 7.1
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Kinchafoonee Primary School Leesburg, GA 7.0
Sand Hill Elementary School Carrollton, GA 7.0
South Jackson Elementary School Athens, GA 7.0
Sterling Elementary School Brunswick, GA 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about New Hope Elementary School

What grades does New Hope Elementary School serve?

New Hope Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend New Hope Elementary School?

New Hope Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 1,143 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at New Hope Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at New Hope Elementary School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does New Hope Elementary School rank in GA?

New Hope Elementary School ranks #810 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is New Hope Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

New Hope Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 New Hope Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, New Hope Elementary School has 80% math proficiency (2024 GA) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 GA).

Is New Hope Elementary School a charter school?

No, New Hope Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is New Hope Elementary School a Title I school?

No, New Hope Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New Hope Elementary School?

15.4% of students at New Hope Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
17 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
1,143
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
72
Free/Reduced Lunch
15.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Forsyth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.4%

District

Forsyth County
District Enrollment
54,984
Schools in District
42
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,993
District Rank
#29 of 42

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