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#236 of 302 schools in RI

Hope High School

High School · Providence

324 Hope Street, Providence, RI 02906

Enrollment

819

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

4.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Rhode Island schools

#236 of 302

In Providence

#46 of 58

public schools

In district

#31 of 37

Providence

Academic growth

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Hope High School

4.9/10

High School in Providence · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Hope High School

Hope High School is a public high school in Providence, RI, part of Providence. Hope High School serves approximately 819 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Hope High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #236 of 302 schools in RI.

Structured state assessment records for Hope High School show 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • RI avg 6.9

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Hope High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

92% of students at Hope High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.4Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-1.24 pts/yr
Data Period2012–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.0Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency2.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)13% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
College Readiness4.0Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate74%
AP Participation7.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment1.7Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,050
Chronic Absenteeism92.4%

Hope High School — Students at Hope High School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 13%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

74.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 2.8% (multi-year average, 2012-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 18.0% (multi-year average, 2012-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 22 test records from RI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2012
Math
4%
ELA
46%
2013
Math
4%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
0.5%
ELA
4%
2015
Math
3%
ELA
11%
2016
Math
4%
ELA
2.5%
2017
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2018
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2019
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%

* 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: 9.4/10.

How Hope High School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.9/10
22th percentile in RI
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
9.4/10
Excellent
Environment
1.7/10
Needs Improvement
Sports
10
5 boys' · 5 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
74%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
62 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
92.4%

Programs & Offerings

Athletics10sports offered
5 boys'·5 girls'·13 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

324 Hope Street, Providence, RI 02906

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hope High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Village Green Virtual (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Trinity Academy Performing Art (rated 7.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Charette Charter School (rated 7.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Providence, see our Providence schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Martin Luther King El. School Providence 0.2 mi 5.5
THE GRODEN CENTER Providence 0.4 mi 7.4
WHEELER SCHOOL Providence 0.4 mi 8.2
JEWISH COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL OF RHODE ISLAND Providence 0.6 mi 6.3
Nathan Bishop Middle Providence 0.6 mi 5.9
PROVIDENCE HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Providence 0.8 mi 7.0
FRENCH-AMERICAN SCHOOL OF RHODE ISLAND Providence 0.9 mi 5.7
Village Green Virtual Providence 0.9 mi 7.5
THE CROFT SCHOOL Providence 0.8 mi 8.0
MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE Providence 0.8 mi 8.1
YouthBuild Preparatory Academy Providence 1.0 mi
SCHOOL ONE Providence 0.9 mi 6.6
Vartan Gregorian El. School Providence 1.1 mi 7.3
Trinity Academy Performing Art Providence 1.1 mi 7.2
ST PATRICK ACADEMY Providence 0.9 mi 5.8
Charette Charter School Providence 1.1 mi 7.0
RINI Middle College Providence 1.1 mi 6.5
Sheila Skip Nowell Providence 1.1 mi 6.3
LINCOLN SCHOOL Providence 1.0 mi 8.0
OCEAN TIDES SCHOOL Providence 1.3 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02906 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$102,796

Median Home Value

$582,700

Median Rent

$1,729/mo

Population

26,327

College Educated

79.8%

Homeownership

50.1%

Avg Commute

24 min

Poverty Rate

12.2%

Median Age

35.8

Similar Schools

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

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Dr. Jorge Alvarez HS Providence, RI 4.8
Central High School Providence, RI 5.3
William E. Tolman High Pawtucket, RI 4.4
Mount Pleasant High Providence, RI 4.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hope High School

What grades does Hope High School serve?

Hope High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Hope High School?

Hope High School has an enrollment of approximately 819 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Hope High School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hope High School rank in RI?

Hope High School ranks #236 of 302 schools in RI.

What is Hope High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hope High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hope High School has 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).

Is Hope High School a charter school?

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

Is Hope High School a Title I school?

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

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

74.4% of students at Hope High 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
83 Very Walkable
Transit Score
62 Good Transit
Bike Score
71 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
819
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
62
Free/Reduced Lunch
74.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Providence County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
92.4%
4-Year Graduation
74.0%

District

Providence
District Enrollment
19,856
Schools in District
39
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,050
District Rank
#31 of 37

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