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#39 of 131 private schools in MS

Top 29% of private schools

Hope Academy

Elementary School

1234 ALPHABET RD, Gulfport, MS 39503

Private

Enrollment

157

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Mississippi private schools

#39 of 131

In Gulfport

#2 of 3

public schools

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Hope Academy

6.9/10

Elementary School in Gulfport · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.9/10

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About Hope Academy

Hope Academy is a private elementary school in Gulfport, MS. Hope Academy serves approximately 157 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Hope Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #39 of 131 private schools in MS.

How it compares0.3 pts above MS schools
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • MS avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 157 students, Hope Academy 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 Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Hope Academy compares to 18 public schools serving similar grades in Gulfport, MS

Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
This School
vs
14.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
157
This School
vs
543
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.9
This School
vs
6.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 47.8% vs 0%
Black 40.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 6.4% vs 0%
Asian 3.2% vs 0%
Hope Academy Gulfport Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Hope Academy (this school) 6.9
THREE RIVERS ELEMENTARY 7.2
BEL AIRE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 4.2
CROSSROADS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5.0
RIVER OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.0
HARRISON CENTRAL ELEMENTARY 8.3
ORANGE GROVE ELEMENTARY 6.8
BAYOU VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.9
BAYOU VIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL 6.7
LYMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.7
NORTH GULFPORT ELEMENTARY AND MIDDL 4.3
PASS ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5.9
CENTRAL ELEM 5.8
ANNISTON AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.0
TWENTY EIGHTH ST ELEM 6.2
WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.0
GULFPORT CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL 5.3
WEST HARRISON MIDDLE SCHOOL 7.2
LIZANA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.4

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MS.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C+ 3.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.7 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.3 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,314
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.5 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 60%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
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Enrollment 157
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in MS

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 47.8%
Black 40.1%
Hispanic 6.4%
Asian 3.2%
Native American 1.3%
Two or More 1.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1234 ALPHABET RD, Gulfport, MS 39503

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hope Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BAYOU VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LYMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HARRISON CENTRAL ELEMENTARY (rated 8.3/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Gulfport, see our Gulfport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.8 mi
School Distance Rating
TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Gulfport 1.0 mi 7.9
THREE RIVERS ELEMENTARY Gulfport 1.9 mi 7.2
RIVER OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport 2.1 mi 7.0
BEL AIRE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport 2.0 mi 4.2
CROSSROADS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport 2.1 mi 5.0
HARRISON CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Gulfport 2.5 mi 8.3
ORANGE GROVE ELEMENTARY Gulfport 2.7 mi 6.8
BAYOU VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport 3.2 mi 8.9
BAYOU VIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL Gulfport 3.7 mi 6.7
LYMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport 3.8 mi 8.7
WOOLMARKET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Biloxi 3.8 mi 7.6
NORTH GULFPORT ELEMENTARY AND MIDDL Gulfport 4.2 mi 4.3
PASS ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport 4.6 mi 5.9
GULFPORT HIGH SCHOOL Gulfport 4.8 mi 7.1
HARRISON CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Gulfport 4.7 mi 5.3
HARRISON CO CHILD DEVELOPMENT CEN Gulfport 5.0 mi 5.1
CENTRAL ELEM Gulfport 5.1 mi 5.8
ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Gulfport 5.1 mi 5.7
ANNISTON AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport 5.2 mi 7.0
TWENTY EIGHTH ST ELEM Gulfport 5.8 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 39503 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,298

Median Home Value

$193,000

Median Rent

$1,087/mo

Population

54,230

College Educated

24%

Homeownership

68.2%

Avg Commute

26.2 min

Poverty Rate

15.2%

Median Age

36.8

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
MC LAIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mclain, MS 6.9
PRESBYTERIAN DAY SCHOOL Cleveland, MS 6.9
ST PATRICK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Meridian, MS 6.9
THE REDEEMER'S SCHOOL Jackson, MS 6.9
ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Columbus, MS 7.0
FAIRVIEW ATTENDANCE CENTER Golden, MS 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hope Academy

What grades does Hope Academy serve?

Hope Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Hope Academy?

Hope Academy has an enrollment of approximately 157 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hope Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Hope Academy is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Hope Academy rank in MS?

Hope Academy ranks #39 of 131 private schools in MS.

What is Hope Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Hope Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Hope Academy a private school?

Yes, Hope Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Hope Academy a religious school?

No, Hope Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
157
Gender Split
43% M / 57% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7.3 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Small City
County
Harrison County

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