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#251 of 2,842 schools in PA

Top 9% in state

New Hope-solebury HS

High School · New Hope-Solebury SD

182 W Bridge St, New Hope, PA 18938

Enrollment

447

Student-Teacher

10.9:1

Score

8.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In New Hope

#2 of 3

public schools

Pennsylvania high schools

#25 of 641

In district

#2 of 4

New Hope-Solebury SD

School environment

10.0 / 10

Exceptional

About New Hope-solebury HS

New Hope-solebury HS is a public high school in New Hope, PA, part of the New Hope-Solebury SD. The school serves approximately 447 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 10.9:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4/10, placing it in the 91.2th percentile among PA schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 83% proficiency in math, 41 points above the state average and 91% in reading/language arts, 27 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (10.0/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $161,146, where 67% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a fringe town setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.2Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-2.47 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics9.7Exceptional25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency87%
Reading/ELA Proficiency92%
Math vs. State Avg+45 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+28 pts
Overall Proficiency90%
Expected (poverty-adj.)68%
vs. Expected+21.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile96th
College Readiness9.8Exceptional30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation50.1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment10.0Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$31,873

New Hope-solebury HS — Students at New Hope-solebury HS score 90% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

15.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 82.9%
School
State
42.0%
ELA Proficiency 90.9%
School
State
64.0%

Based on 5 test records from PA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2021*
Math
87%
2024
Math
69.8%
ELA
89.8%

* 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: 4.2/10.

How New Hope-solebury HS Compares

See how New Hope-solebury HS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.4/10
91th percentile in PA
Academic
9.7/10
9.7/10
Growth
4.2/10
Below average
Environment
10.0/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
16%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers

Location

182 W Bridge St, New Hope, PA 18938

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering New Hope-solebury HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Central Bucks HS-East (rated 7.4/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Doylestown), with a comparable rating. Additionally, South Hunterdon Regional High School (rated 5.3/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Lambertville), a more accessible option. For more schools in New Hope, see our New Hope schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.3 mi
School Distance Rating
New Hope-Solebury MS New Hope 0.1 mi 7.6
New Hope-Solebury Upper El Sch New Hope 0.2 mi 8.8
Lambertville Public School Lambertville 0.9 mi 8.1
West Amwell Township School Lambertville 2.5 mi 6.1
New Hope-Solebury Lower El Sch Solebury 2.9 mi 8.1
South Hunterdon Regional High School Lambertville 3.9 mi 5.3
Sol Feinstone El Sch Newtown 5.3 mi 6.7
BUCKINGHAM FRIENDS SCHOOL Lahaska 4.4 mi 7.6
Delaware Township School Sergeantsville 5.7 mi 8.0
Central Bucks HS-East Doylestown 5.4 mi 7.4
Holicong MS Doylestown 5.5 mi 7.8
THE TITUSVILLE ACADEMY Titusville 6.0 mi 6.6
Wrightstown El Sch Wrightstown 7.1 mi 9.2
CHESTERBROOK ACADEMY Newtown 7.4 mi 7.9
Buckingham El Sch Buckingham 6.1 mi 6.5
EARLY LEARNING CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Buckingham 6.2 mi
ST ANDREW SCHOOL Newtown 7.8 mi 5.8
Newtown El Sch Newtown 7.8 mi 8.7
East Amwell Township Ringoes 6.9 mi 7.0
Bear Tavern Elementary School Titusville 7.3 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 18938 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$161,146

Median Home Value

$701,700

Median Rent

$2,005/mo

Population

13,192

College Educated

66.8%

Homeownership

87.7%

Avg Commute

34.5 min

Poverty Rate

2.2%

Median Age

58.1

Community Profile

The community surrounding New Hope-solebury HS has a median household income of $161,146. It is a well-educated community where 67% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $701,700, with a median rent of $2,005/month. The local poverty rate of 2.2% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 35 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about New Hope-solebury HS

What grades does New Hope-solebury HS serve?

New Hope-solebury HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend New Hope-solebury HS?

New Hope-solebury HS has an enrollment of approximately 447 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at New Hope-solebury HS?

The student-teacher ratio at New Hope-solebury HS is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does New Hope-solebury HS rank in PA?

New Hope-solebury HS is ranked #251 out of 2,842 schools in PA.

What is New Hope-solebury HS's MySchoolScout rating?

New Hope-solebury HS has a composite rating of 8.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at New Hope-solebury HS?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, New Hope-solebury HS has 82.9% math proficiency and 90.9% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is New Hope-solebury HS a charter school?

No, New Hope-solebury HS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is New Hope-solebury HS a Title I school?

No, New Hope-solebury HS is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New Hope-solebury HS?

15.7% of students at New Hope-solebury HS 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
72 Very Walkable
Bike Score
62 Bikeable
City Safety
High (1,744/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (New Hope). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
447
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
15.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Bucks County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

New Hope-Solebury SD
District Enrollment
1,262
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$30,229
District Rank
#2 of 4

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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