Below Average
#822 of 883 private schools in TX
Upward Hope Academy
High School
3305 CHURCH ST, Galveston, TX 77550
Enrollment
67
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
4.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
67
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
4.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#822 of 883
In Galveston
#4 of 4
public schools
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About Upward Hope Academy
Upward Hope Academy is a private high school in Galveston, TX. Upward Hope Academy serves approximately 67 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Upward Hope Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #822 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 67 students, Upward Hope Academy 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.
Upward Hope Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Upward Hope Academy compares to the 15 public schools in Galveston, TX
Student Demographics
All Schools in Galveston
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Upward Hope Academy (this school) | 4.4 |
| CENTRAL MIDDLE | 5.6 |
| MORGAN EL MAGNET SCHOOL | 8.9 |
| BALL H S | 5.0 |
| MOODY EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER | 5.6 |
| AUSTIN MIDDLE | 6.9 |
| AIM COLLEGE & CAREER PREP | 6.6 |
| ROSENBERG EL LABORATORY FOR LEARNING AND LEADING | 7.6 |
| AMBASSADORS PREPARATORY ACADEMY | 6.0 |
| BURNET EL | 5.5 |
| ODYSSEY ACADEMY - GALVESTON | 5.4 |
| PARKER EL | 8.0 |
| WEIS | 3.9 |
| OPPE EL | 8.4 |
| CRENSHAW EL AND MIDDLE | 7.5 |
| GALVESTON CO J J A E P | — |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
Data Unavailable
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
3305 CHURCH ST, Galveston, TX 77550
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Upward Hope Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. O'CONNELL COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is AIM COLLEGE & CAREER PREP (rated 6.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WOODROW WILSON DAEP (rated 5.4/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Texas City), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Galveston, see our Galveston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CENTRAL MIDDLE Galveston | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| MORGAN EL MAGNET SCHOOL Galveston | 0.6 mi | 8.9 |
| SATORI SCHOOL Galveston | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Galveston | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| BALL H S Galveston | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| O'CONNELL COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Galveston | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| MOODY EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Galveston | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| AIM COLLEGE & CAREER PREP Galveston | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| AUSTIN MIDDLE Galveston | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| ROSENBERG EL LABORATORY FOR LEARNING AND LEADING Galveston | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| AMBASSADORS PREPARATORY ACADEMY Galveston | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| BURNET EL Galveston | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| ODYSSEY ACADEMY - GALVESTON Galveston | 2.2 mi | 5.4 |
| PARKER EL Galveston | 2.8 mi | 8.0 |
| WEIS Galveston | 3.2 mi | 3.9 |
| OPPE EL Galveston | 3.7 mi | 8.4 |
| ROOSEVELT-WILSON EL Texas City | 8.9 mi | 4.7 |
| WOODROW WILSON DAEP Texas City | 9.0 mi | 5.4 |
| CALVARY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION MINISTRY Texas City | 9.1 mi | — |
| FRY INT Texas City | 9.4 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77550 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,262
Median Home Value
$283,800
Median Rent
$1,182/mo
Population
23,542
College Educated
32.9%
Homeownership
40.3%
Avg Commute
19.4 min
Poverty Rate
24.2%
Median Age
39.1
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BLESSED HOPE ACADEMY San Antonio, TX | 4.4 |
| BRAZORIA CO JUVENILE DETENTION Angleton, TX | 4.4 |
| COOKE/FANNIN/GRAYSON CO JUVENILE POST AJUD FAC Denison, TX | 4.5 |
| COUNTY RESIDENTIAL CENTER Mckinney, TX | 4.5 |
| CROSSROADS ACADEMY Uvalde, TX | 4.5 |
| ADVANCED PREPARATORY INTERNATIONAL Dallas, TX | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Upward Hope Academy
What grades does Upward Hope Academy serve?
Upward Hope Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Upward Hope Academy?
Upward Hope Academy has an enrollment of approximately 67 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Upward Hope Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Upward Hope Academy is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Upward Hope Academy rank in TX?
Upward Hope Academy ranks #822 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is Upward Hope Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Upward Hope Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Upward Hope Academy a private school?
Yes, Upward Hope Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Upward Hope Academy a religious school?
No, Upward Hope Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 67
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 157 days
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Galveston County
- Phone
- (409) 457-9256
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