Excellent

#30 of 302 schools in RI

Top 10% in state

Mt. Hope High School

High School · Bristol Warren

199 Chestnut Street, Bristol, RI 02809

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

837

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

8.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Enrollment

837

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

8.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Rhode Island schools

#30 of 302

In Bristol

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 6

Bristol Warren

Academic growth

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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About Mt. Hope High School

Mt. Hope High School is a public high school in Bristol, RI, part of Bristol Warren. Mt.

Hope High School serves approximately 837 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Mt. Hope High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #30 of 302 schools in RI.

Structured state assessment records for Mt. Hope High School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.4 pts above RI schools

8.3

This school 8.3 · Excellent
RI avg 6.9

What Parents Should Know

34% of students at Mt. 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 Progress9.2Excellent25%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data14

Annual Change-1.48 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics8.7Excellent25%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency28% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency72% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+8.8 pts

Adjusted Percentile81th

College Readiness9.2Excellent30%

Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.

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4-Year Graduation Rate92%

AP Participation53.5%

IB ProgramNo

Resources & Environment5.4Average20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio12.9:1

Per-Pupil Spending$20,115

Chronic Absenteeism33.7%

Mt. Hope High School — Students at Mt. Hope High School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

29.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 33.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 69.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

Based on 28 test records from RI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009

Math

33%

ELA

84%

2010

Math

38%

ELA

86%

2011

Math

36%

ELA

89%

2012

Math

49%

ELA

90%

2013

Math

42%

ELA

96%

2014

Math

23%

ELA

29%

2015

Math

31%

ELA

65%

2016

Math

31%

ELA

72%

2017

Math

36%

ELA

62%

2018

Math

40%

ELA

68%

2019

Math

40%

ELA

68%

2020*

Math

22%

ELA

47%

2021*

Math

22%

ELA

47%

2022

Math

28%

ELA

72%

* 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: 9.2/10.

How Mt. Hope High School Compares

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

Overall Score

8.3/10

90th percentile in RI

Academic

8.7/10

Excellent

Growth

9.2/10

Excellent

Environment

5.4/10

Average

AP Courses

State avg: 2.6

Sports

12 boys' · 13 girls'

Advanced STEM

5/5

Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

29%

Teaching Staff

13:1 student-teacher ratio

65 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

33.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered

53.5% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22

Athletics25sports offered

12 boys'·13 girls'·36 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22

Advanced STEM Courses5 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

199 Chestnut Street, Bristol, RI 02809

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mt. Hope High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Barrington High School (rated 9.6/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Barrington), which scores notably higher. Another option is Portsmouth High School (rated 9.4/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Portsmouth), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST ANDREWS SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Barrington), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bristol, see our Bristol schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.0 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Guiteras School Bristol	0.8 mi	214	8.3
Rockwell School Bristol	0.9 mi	260	8.0
Colt Andrews School Bristol	1.2 mi	266	7.8
Hugh Cole School Warren	2.7 mi	504	5.4
Kickemuit Middle School Warren	2.9 mi	649	6.3
Nayatt School Barrington	3.5 mi	357	8.9
Highlander Secondary Charter S Warren	4.1 mi	335	5.9
MONTESSORI CENTRE OF BARRINGTON Barrington	4.7 mi	5	—
Joseph G Luther Swansea	4.5 mi	179	4.4
Sowams Elementary School Barrington	5.0 mi	261	7.7
Hampden Meadows School Barrington	4.9 mi	446	7.4
Howard Hathaway School Portsmouth	5.1 mi	401	7.4
Gardner Swansea	4.3 mi	270	4.4
Portsmouth High School Portsmouth	5.3 mi	790	9.4
Barrington High School Barrington	4.9 mi	1,101	9.6
Mark G Hoyle Elementary Swansea	5.5 mi	257	5.0
ST ANDREWS SCHOOL Barrington	5.1 mi	211	8.4
Barrington Middle School Barrington	5.1 mi	762	8.8
Pocasset School Tiverton	4.5 mi	191	6.2
PORTSMOUTH ABBEY SCHOOL Portsmouth	6.0 mi	334	8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02809 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$96,005

Median Home Value

$447,500

Median Rent

$1,352/mo

Population

22,317

College Educated

45.9%

Homeownership

69.4%

Avg Commute

25.8 min

Poverty Rate

7.5%

Median Age

43.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mt. Hope High School

What grades does Mt. Hope High School serve?

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

How many students attend Mt. Hope High School?

Mt. Hope High School has an enrollment of approximately 837 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Mt. Hope High School is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mt. Hope High School rank in RI?

Mt. Hope High School ranks #30 of 302 schools in RI.

What is Mt. Hope High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mt. Hope High School 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 Mt. Hope High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mt. Hope High School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Mt. Hope High School a charter school?

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

Is Mt. Hope High School a Title I school?

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

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

29.3% of students at Mt. 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.