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New Hope H S

High School · LEANDER ISD

401 S W DR, Leander, TX 78641

Enrollment

66

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

6.3

Grades

11th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#4,427 of 8,552

In Leander

#17 of 23

public schools

In district

#37 of 47

LEANDER ISD

Academic growth

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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New Hope H S

6.3/10

High School in Leander · grades 11th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.0/10

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About New Hope H S

New Hope H S is a public high school in Leander, TX, part of LEANDER ISD. New Hope H S serves approximately 66 students, and covers grades 11th-12th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. New Hope H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,427 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for New Hope H S show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • TX avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 66 students, New Hope H S is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Test scores at New Hope H S 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data8
Annual Change-2.95 pts/yr
Data Period2012–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics2.8Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-26.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11.3 pts
Overall Proficiency30% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-28.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile10th
College Readiness7.3Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate72%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,669

New Hope H S — Students at New Hope H S score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

36.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 47.8% (multi-year average, 2012-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 61.3% (multi-year average, 2012-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 10 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2012
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2013
ELA
24.5%
2014
ELA
75%
2015
ELA
75%
2016
ELA
75%
2020*
Math
49.5%
2021*
Math
49.5%
2024
Math
17%
ELA
43%

* 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: 8.0/10.

How New Hope H S Compares

See how New Hope H S performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
48th percentile in TX
Academic
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
36%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
6 teachers

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

401 S W DR, Leander, TX 78641

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering New Hope H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LEANDER H S (rated 7.4/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROUSE H S (rated 7.3/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, GLENN H S (rated 6.4/10, 2.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Leander, see our Leander schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
LEANDER VIRTUAL LEARNING ACADEMY Leander 0.0 mi 4.0
LEANDER MIDDLE Leander 0.1 mi 7.8
LEANDER EXTENDED OPPORTUNITY Leander 0.2 mi 2.6
CHRISTINE CAMACHO EL Leander 0.2 mi 4.0
EARLY COLLEGE H S Leander 1.0 mi
FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMY OF LEANDER Lewisville 1.0 mi 6.7
JIM PLAIN EL Leander 1.2 mi 6.6
THE GODDARD SCHOOL-LEANDER Leander 1.4 mi
PLEASANT HILL EL Leander 1.5 mi 6.2
BAGDAD EL Leander 1.5 mi 5.2
WHITESTONE EL Leander 2.0 mi 7.4
NORTH EL Leander 2.3 mi 6.5
ROUSE H S Leander 2.1 mi 7.3
LEANDER H S Leander 2.5 mi 7.4
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF CRYSTAL FALLS Leander 2.5 mi
KNOX WILEY MIDDLE Leander 2.2 mi 6.3
WILLIAM J WINKLEY EL Leander 2.5 mi 7.8
GLENN H S Leander 2.4 mi 6.4
STACY KAYE DANIELSON MIDDLE Leander 2.5 mi 7.8
BLOCK HOUSE CREEK EL Leander 2.7 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78641 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$131,421

Median Home Value

$453,100

Median Rent

$1,873/mo

Population

93,399

College Educated

50.6%

Homeownership

79.1%

Avg Commute

30.3 min

Poverty Rate

4.8%

Median Age

36.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about New Hope H S

What grades does New Hope H S serve?

New Hope H S serves students in grades 11th through 12th.

How many students attend New Hope H S?

New Hope H S has an enrollment of approximately 66 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at New Hope H S?

The student-teacher ratio at New Hope H S is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does New Hope H S rank in TX?

New Hope H S ranks #4,427 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is New Hope H S's MySchoolScout rating?

New Hope H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 H S?

Based on loaded state assessment records, New Hope H S has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).

Is New Hope H S a charter school?

No, New Hope H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is New Hope H S a Title I school?

No, New Hope H S is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New Hope H S?

36.4% of students at New 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

Walk Score
45 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
11th – 12th
Enrollment
66
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Free/Reduced Lunch
36.4%
Type
alternative
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Williamson County
4-Year Graduation
72.0%

District

LEANDER ISD
District Enrollment
42,593
Schools in District
52
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,669
District Rank
#37 of 47

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