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#44 of 719 schools in ID

Top 6% in state

Hope Elementary School

Elementary School · LAKE PEND OREILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT

255 HOPE SCHOOL ROAD, Hope, ID 83836

Enrollment

110

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

8.7

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Idaho schools

#44 of 719

In district

#1 of 12

LAKE PEND OREILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Hope Elementary School

8.7/10

Elementary School in Hope · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Hope Elementary School

Hope Elementary School is a public elementary school in Hope, ID, part of LAKE PEND OREILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Hope Elementary School serves approximately 110 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Hope Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #44 of 719 schools in ID.

Structured state assessment records for Hope Elementary School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.9 pts above district
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.8
  • ID avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 110 students, Hope Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Hope Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.74 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+16.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile81th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,061
Chronic Absenteeism0.9%

Hope Elementary School — Students at Hope Elementary School score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

53.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 53.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 64.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from ID state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
64.5%
ELA
84.5%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
84.5%
ELA
84.5%
2012
Math
84.5%
ELA
84.5%
2014
Math
34.5%
ELA
54.5%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
44.5%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
44.5%
ELA
54.5%
2021*
Math
44.5%
ELA
54.5%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
62%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.2/10.

How Hope Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.7/10
94th percentile in ID
Academic
8.8/10
Excellent
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
54%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
8 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
0.9%

Location

255 HOPE SCHOOL ROAD, Hope, ID 83836

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hope Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 13.0 miles away, in nearby Sandpoint), with a very similar rating. Another option is WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 14.0 miles away, in nearby Sandpoint), with a comparable rating. Additionally, KOOTENAI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 13.4 miles away, in nearby Kootenai), a more accessible option. For more schools in Hope, see our Hope schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 23.9 mi
School Distance Rating
CLARK FORK JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Clark Fork 6.3 mi 6.3
NORTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sandpoint 13.0 mi 8.4
KOOTENAI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kootenai 13.4 mi 7.4
SAGLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sagle 13.4 mi 5.0
WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sandpoint 14.0 mi 8.0
LAKE PEND OREILLE HIGH SCHOOL Sandpoint 14.3 mi 4.5
SANDPOINT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ponderay 14.9 mi 5.6
SANDPOINT JUVENILE DETENTION Sandpoint 14.9 mi
LPOSD HOME SCHOOL ACADEMY Sandpoint 14.5 mi 4.1
SANDPOINT MIDDLE SCHOOL Sandpoint 14.5 mi 7.5
FORREST M BIRD CHARTER SCHOOL Sandpoint 14.5 mi 7.0
SANDPOINT HIGH SCHOOL Sandpoint 14.5 mi 6.3
FARMIN STIDWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sandpoint 14.9 mi 6.5
LITTLE LAMBS PRESCHOOL Sandpoint 14.9 mi
SANDPOINT WALDORF SCHOOL Sandpoint 14.9 mi 6.5
SANDPOINT JR ACADEMY Sandpoint 15.0 mi
SELKIRK SCHOOL Sandpoint 16.0 mi
SOUTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cocolalla 18.0 mi 5.9
NAPLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Naples 25.2 mi 4.8
Troy 7-8 Troy 23.9 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 83836 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$114,375

Median Home Value

$534,000

Median Rent

$988/mo

Population

1,059

College Educated

40.1%

Homeownership

91.4%

Poverty Rate

2.7%

Median Age

58.9

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
NORTH GEM ELEMENTARY Bancroft, ID 8.9
J RUSSELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Moscow, ID 9.0
SYRINGA MOUNTAIN CHARTER SCHOOL Hailey, ID 9.0
CAMBRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cambridge, ID 8.3
GEORGETOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Georgetown, ID 8.3
PARKER-EGIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Anthony, ID 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hope Elementary School

What grades does Hope Elementary School serve?

Hope Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Hope Elementary School?

Hope Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 110 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Hope Elementary School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hope Elementary School rank in ID?

Hope Elementary School ranks #44 of 719 schools in ID.

What is Hope Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hope Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hope Elementary School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Hope Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Hope Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

53.6% of students at 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
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
110
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Free/Reduced Lunch
53.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Bonner County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
0.9%

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