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#3852 of 8,547 schools in TX
Top 45% in state
Hope H S
High School · CALHOUN COUNTY ISD
900 N VIRGINIA ROOM 10, Port Lavaca, TX 77979
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Port Lavaca
#5 of 5
public schools
Texas high schools
#952 of 1,699
In district
#7 of 7
CALHOUN COUNTY ISD
School environment
9.3 / 10
Exceptional
About Hope H S
HOPE H S serves 30 students in grades 9-12 as an alternative high school in Port Lavaca, Texas. This small school maintains an exceptionally low student-teacher ratio of 6:1 with 5 full-time equivalent teachers, allowing for highly individualized attention and support for each student. The school has earned recognition for its effectiveness, receiving a 7.3 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking #278 out of 8,598 Texas schools, placing it in the 97th percentile statewide.
This impressive ranking reflects the school's success in serving students who may need alternative educational approaches to reach their potential. Located on North Virginia Street in Port Lavaca, HOPE H S operates within a stable community where the median household income is $60,782 and the poverty rate is relatively low at 9.8%. The surrounding area has a population of 16,607 residents, with median home values around $123,500, indicating an affordable cost of living.
As an alternative school, HOPE H S likely provides specialized programming and support services designed to help students overcome academic or behavioral challenges that may have hindered their success in traditional settings. The school serves the town of Port Lavaca, a coastal community in Calhoun County along the Texas Gulf Coast.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 30 students, Hope H S is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 6:1, Hope H S offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Hope H S — Students at Hope H S score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 1 test record from TX state assessments. About our data
How Hope H S Compares
See how Hope H S performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
900 N VIRGINIA ROOM 10, Port Lavaca, TX 77979
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hope H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BLOOMINGTON H S (rated 7.6/10, 14.0 miles away, in nearby Bloomington), which scores notably higher. Another option is AUSTWELL-TIVOLI H S (rated 7.2/10, 19.4 miles away, in nearby Tivoli), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, INDUSTRIAL H S (rated 7.1/10, 13.7 miles away, in nearby Vanderbilt), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Port Lavaca, see our Port Lavaca schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 23.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HARRISON/JEFFERSON/MADISON EL Port Lavaca | 0.2 mi | 7.2 |
| TRAVIS MIDDLE Port Lavaca | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| CALHOUN H S Port Lavaca | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| OUR LADY OF THE GULF CATHOLIC SCHOOL Port Lavaca | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| JACKSON/ROOSEVELT EL Port Lavaca | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| INDUSTRIAL J H Vanderbilt | 13.5 mi | 8.0 |
| INDUSTRIAL H S Vanderbilt | 13.7 mi | 7.1 |
| INDUSTRIAL EL EAST Vanderbilt | 13.7 mi | 9.2 |
| PLACEDO EL Placedo | 13.0 mi | 4.7 |
| SEADRIFT SCHOOL Seadrift | 15.3 mi | 8.7 |
| BLOOMINGTON H S Bloomington | 14.0 mi | 7.6 |
| BLOOMINGTON J H Bloomington | 14.0 mi | 4.7 |
| BLOOMINGTON EL Bloomington | 15.8 mi | 5.4 |
| PORT O CONNOR SCHOOL Port O'Connor | 17.9 mi | 9.5 |
| AUSTWELL-TIVOLI H S Tivoli | 19.4 mi | 7.2 |
| AUSTWELL-TIVOLI EL Tivoli | 19.4 mi | 7.1 |
| INDUSTRIAL EL WEST Inez | 21.3 mi | 9.0 |
| EDNA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Edna | 23.3 mi | — |
| EDNA H S Edna | 23.7 mi | 7.1 |
| EDNA PRI Edna | 23.9 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77979 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,877
Median Home Value
$137,700
Median Rent
$1,065/mo
Population
16,179
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
76%
Poverty Rate
9.7%
Median Age
37.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Hope H S has a median household income of $68,877. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $137,700, with a median rent of $1,065/month. The local poverty rate of 9.7% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ISLAMIC FAITH ACADEMY Tyler, TX | 6.5 |
| PREMIER H S OF TYLER Lewisville, TX | 6.5 |
| DAEP Eagle Pass, TX | 6.4 |
| KEYS H S Euless, TX | 6.6 |
| ROCKWALL QUEST ACADEMY Rockwall, TX | 6.6 |
| STARS ACCELERATED H S Granbury, TX | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hope H S
What grades does Hope H S serve?
Hope H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Hope H S?
Hope H S has an enrollment of approximately 30 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hope H S?
The student-teacher ratio at Hope H S is 6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hope H S rank in TX?
Hope H S is ranked #3852 out of 8,547 schools in TX.
What is Hope H S's MySchoolScout rating?
Hope H S has a composite rating of 6.5 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 Hope H S?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Hope H S has 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Hope H S a charter school?
No, Hope H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hope H S a Title I school?
No, Hope H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hope H S?
66.7% of students at Hope H S 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
- City Safety
- High (1,557/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Port Lavaca). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 30
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.7%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Calhoun County
- Phone
- (361) 552-7084
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
CALHOUN COUNTY ISD- District Enrollment
- 3,533
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,004
- District Rank
- #7 of 7
Other Schools in This District
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