Excellent
#348 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 12% in state
New Hope-solebury MS
Middle School · New Hope-Solebury SD
184 W Bridge St, New Hope, PA 18938
Enrollment
303
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
8.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
303
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
8.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#348 of 2,846
In New Hope
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
New Hope-Solebury SD
School environment
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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New Hope-solebury MS
Middle School in New Hope · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About New Hope-solebury MS
New Hope-solebury MS is a public middle school in New Hope, PA, part of New Hope-Solebury SD. New Hope-solebury MS serves approximately 303 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. New Hope-solebury MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #348 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for New Hope-solebury MS show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- PA avg 5.4
Score Breakdown
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New Hope-solebury MS — Students at New Hope-solebury MS score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
14.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.4/10.
How New Hope-solebury MS Compares
See how New Hope-solebury MS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
184 W Bridge St, New Hope, PA 18938
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Hope-solebury MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. New Hope-Solebury HS (rated 9.5/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wrightstown El Sch (rated 9.5/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Wrightstown), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Newtown El Sch (rated 9.1/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Newtown), which scores slightly higher. 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 Upper El Sch New Hope | 0.1 mi | 8.7 |
| New Hope-Solebury HS New Hope | 0.1 mi | 9.5 |
| Lambertville Public School Lambertville | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| West Amwell Township School Lambertville | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
| 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 | 5.4 mi | 8.8 |
| BUCKINGHAM FRIENDS SCHOOL Lahaska | 4.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Delaware Township School Sergeantsville | 5.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Central Bucks HS-East Doylestown | 5.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Holicong MS Doylestown | 5.5 mi | 6.9 |
| THE TITUSVILLE ACADEMY Titusville | 6.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Wrightstown El Sch Wrightstown | 7.2 mi | 9.5 |
| CHESTERBROOK ACADEMY Newtown | 7.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Buckingham El Sch Buckingham | 6.1 mi | 7.5 |
| EARLY LEARNING CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Buckingham | 6.3 mi | — |
| ST ANDREW SCHOOL Newtown | 7.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Newtown El Sch Newtown | 7.9 mi | 9.1 |
| East Amwell Township Ringoes | 6.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Bear Tavern Elementary School Titusville | 7.3 mi | 8.3 |
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Hope-solebury MS
What grades does New Hope-solebury MS serve?
New Hope-solebury MS serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend New Hope-solebury MS?
New Hope-solebury MS has an enrollment of approximately 303 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Hope-solebury MS?
The student-teacher ratio at New Hope-solebury MS is 11.2:1. 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 MS rank in PA?
New Hope-solebury MS ranks #348 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is New Hope-solebury MS's MySchoolScout rating?
New Hope-solebury MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 New Hope-solebury MS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, New Hope-solebury MS has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is New Hope-solebury MS a charter school?
No, New Hope-solebury MS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is New Hope-solebury MS a Title I school?
No, New Hope-solebury MS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New Hope-solebury MS?
14.2% of students at New Hope-solebury MS qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 303
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 14.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Bucks County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.9%
- Phone
- (215) 862-0608
Resources & Links
District
New Hope-Solebury SD- District Enrollment
- 1,262
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,229
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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