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Hope Township School

Elementary School · Hope Township School District

320 JOHNSONBURG ROAD PO BOX 293, Hope, NJ 07844

Enrollment

135

Student-Teacher

7.5:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,848 of 2,466

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Hope Township School

5.3/10

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

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7.1/10

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About Hope Township School

Hope Township School is a public elementary school in Hope, NJ, part of Hope Township School District. Hope Township School serves approximately 135 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Hope Township School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,848 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Hope Township School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts below NJ schools
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 135 students, Hope Township 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.

At 7.5:1 students to teachers, Hope Township School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Hope Township 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 Progress4.0Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-2.84 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.9Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+0.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.6 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)63% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-17.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio7.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$35,924
Chronic Absenteeism14.1%

Hope Township School — Students at Hope Township School score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

10.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 54.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.3% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 57.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 48 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2024
Math
45%
ELA
50.5%
2025
Math
48.5%
ELA
41.3%

* 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: 4.0/10.

How Hope Township School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.3/10
25th percentile in NJ
Academic
4.9/10
Below Average
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
10%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

320 JOHNSONBURG ROAD PO BOX 293, Hope, NJ 07844

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hope Township School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Port Colden School (rated 8.5/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby Washington), which scores notably higher. Another option is Central Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Great Meadows), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mansfield Township Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Port Murray), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hope, see our Hope schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Ridge and Valley Charter School Blairstown 4.7 mi 7.1
Blairstown Elementary School Blairstown 5.0 mi 5.6
CHILDREN'S CENTER Blairstown 5.0 mi
Central Elementary School Great Meadows 4.1 mi 8.2
Great Meadows Regional Middle School Great Meadows 4.2 mi 5.8
North Warren Regional School Blairstown 5.0 mi 6.9
BLAIR ACADEMY Blairstown 5.2 mi 7.5
White Township Consolidated School Belvidere 6.1 mi 5.6
Knowlton Township Board of Education Delaware 5.4 mi 6.8
Oxford Central School Oxford 7.7 mi 6.7
Frelinghuysen Township Elementary School Newton 7.3 mi 7.4
Belvidere High School Belvidere 8.0 mi 5.4
Belvidere Elementary School Belvidere 8.0 mi 4.5
Warren Hills Regional High School Washington 9.5 mi 5.1
WINSTON HALL ACADEMY Washington 9.8 mi
Hatchery Hill Elementary School Hackettstown 8.1 mi 5.6
Port Colden School Washington 10.0 mi 8.5
Mansfield Township Elementary Port Murray 9.8 mi 7.5
Warren Hills Regional Middle School Washington 10.3 mi 7.7
Hackettstown Middle School Hackettstown 8.3 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07844 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,015

Median Rent

$1,263/mo

Population

111

College Educated

46.6%

Homeownership

20%

Poverty Rate

2.7%

Median Age

25.3

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ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Orange, NJ 5.3
Washington School Lyndhurst, NJ 5.3
Columbus School Lyndhurst, NJ 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hope Township School

What grades does Hope Township School serve?

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

How many students attend Hope Township School?

Hope Township School has an enrollment of approximately 135 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Hope Township School is 7.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hope Township School rank in NJ?

Hope Township School ranks #1,848 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Hope Township School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hope Township School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Township School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hope Township School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Hope Township School a charter school?

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

Is Hope Township School a Title I school?

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

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

10.4% of students at Hope Township 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
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
11 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
135
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
10.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Warren County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.1%

District

Hope Township School District
District Enrollment
135
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$35,924
District Rank
#1 of 1

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