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#136 of 884 private schools in TX

Top 15% of private schools

New Hope Christian Academy

Elementary School

1501 H AVE, Plano, TX 75074

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on TX statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

43

Student-Teacher

3.6:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Plano

#5 of 16

public schools

Texas elementary schools

#65 of 436

About New Hope Christian Academy

New Hope Christian Academy serves 43 students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade in Plano, Texas. This small elementary school maintains an exceptionally low student-teacher ratio of 3.6 to 1 with 12 full-time equivalent teachers, allowing for highly individualized attention and close relationships between educators and students. The school has earned a strong MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks 430th among 884 Texas elementary schools, placing it in the 52nd percentile statewide.

This intimate learning environment provides students with personalized educational experiences that larger schools often cannot offer. New Hope Christian Academy is located in the 75074 ZIP code area of Plano, where the median household income is $78,441 and 42% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The neighborhood features a median home value of $322,100 and maintains a relatively low poverty rate of 12.4%.

With a population of over 51,000 residents, this area represents a stable, educated community that values academic achievement. The school's small size creates a family-like atmosphere where every student is known personally by staff and teachers. New Hope Christian Academy operates within Plano's dynamic large city environment, offering students both intimate educational experiences and access to the broader opportunities of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 43 students, New Hope Christian Academy 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 3.6:1, New Hope Christian Academy 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.

As a private school, New Hope Christian Academy operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How New Hope Christian Academy compares to 58 public schools serving similar grades in Plano, TX

Student-Teacher Ratio
3.6:1
This School
vs
13.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
43
This School
vs
535
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.6
This School
vs
6.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 58.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 20.9% vs 0%
Black 14% vs 0%
Asian 2.3% vs 0%
New Hope Christian Academy Plano Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
New Hope Christian Academy (this school) 7.6
MENDENHALL EL 4.8
SIGLER EL 6.8
BOWMAN MIDDLE 7.1
MEMORIAL EL 5.5
HEAD START 5.8
MEADOWS EL 4.4
HARRINGTON EL 7.5
BARRON EL 5.5
WILSON MIDDLE 6.2
SHEPARD EL 7.4
CHRISTIE EL 5.1
PEARSON EARLY CHILDHOOD 6.8
FORMAN EL 5.6
CARPENTER MIDDLE 6.0
ARMSTRONG MIDDLE 6.2
DAVIS EL 5.9
DOOLEY EL 5.6
HAGGARD MIDDLE 4.0
WEATHERFORD EL 7.0
ISAACS EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL 7.1

Showing 20 of 58 schools. View all schools in Plano

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in TX.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A+ 9.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 3.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.0 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,290
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Diversity Index 60%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 3.2 / 10
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Enrollment 43
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in TX

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 58.1%
Hispanic 20.9%
Black 14.0%
Two or More 4.7%
Asian 2.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1501 H AVE, Plano, TX 75074

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering New Hope Christian Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HARRINGTON EL (rated 7.5/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is SHEPARD EL (rated 7.4/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, SIGLER EL (rated 6.8/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Plano, see our Plano schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
MENDENHALL EL Plano 0.6 mi 4.8
WILLIAMS H S Plano 0.8 mi 7.0
LEGACY PREPARATORY CHARTER ACADEMY PLANO Dallas 1.0 mi 5.0
ACADEMY H S Plano 1.0 mi 8.5
SIGLER EL Plano 1.0 mi 6.8
WIND ROSE ACADEMY Plano 1.4 mi 6.0
BOWMAN MIDDLE Plano 1.4 mi 7.1
MEMORIAL EL Plano 1.5 mi 5.5
BARRON EL Plano 1.7 mi 5.5
HARRINGTON EL Plano 1.6 mi 7.5
MEADOWS EL Plano 1.6 mi 4.4
HEAD START Plano 1.6 mi 5.8
MESSIAH LUTHERAN LAMBS EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL Plano 1.7 mi
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF SOUTH PLANO Plano 1.8 mi
PEARSON EARLY CHILDHOOD Plano 2.2 mi 6.8
WILSON MIDDLE Plano 1.9 mi 6.2
CHRISTIE EL Plano 2.2 mi 5.1
NORTH DALLAS ADVENTIST ACADEMY Richardson 2.2 mi 5.6
SHEPARD EL Plano 2.1 mi 7.4
CARPENTER MIDDLE Plano 2.4 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75074 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,185

Median Home Value

$347,300

Median Rent

$1,678/mo

Population

53,146

College Educated

41.7%

Homeownership

52.6%

Avg Commute

26.5 min

Poverty Rate

10.8%

Median Age

35

Community Profile

The community surrounding New Hope Christian Academy has a median household income of $84,185. It is a well-educated community where 42% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $347,300, with a median rent of $1,678/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.8%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Galveston, TX 7.6
REDEEMER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Irving, TX 7.5
RIVERBEND MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sugar Land, TX 7.5
ST PAUL'S EPISCOPAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Antonio, TX 7.5
WAYPOINT MONTESSORI Colleyville, TX 7.5
WHOLESOME GENERATION Austin, TX 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about New Hope Christian Academy

What grades does New Hope Christian Academy serve?

New Hope Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend New Hope Christian Academy?

New Hope Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 43 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at New Hope Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at New Hope Christian Academy is 3.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does New Hope Christian Academy rank in TX?

New Hope Christian Academy is ranked #136 out of 884 private schools in TX.

What is New Hope Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

New Hope Christian Academy has a composite rating of 7.6 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.

Is New Hope Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, New Hope Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is New Hope Christian Academy a religious school?

New Hope Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
91 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
53 Good Transit
Bike Score
68 Bikeable
City Safety
High (1,621/100K)

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

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
43
Gender Split
70% M / 30% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
3.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
7.5 hours
Days Per Year
172 days
Setting
Large City
County
COLLIN
Data Year
2022–2023

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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