Serving 481 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hopewell Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hopewell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Hopewell Elementary School's student population of 481 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
481 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Hopewell Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hopewell Elementary School is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#832 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
10%
8%
Black
22%
15%
White
60%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hopewell Elementary School's ranking?
Hopewell Elementary School is ranked #832 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Hopewell Elementary School often compared to?
Hopewell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas B. Chinn Elementary School, Line Creek Elementary School, Tiffany Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Hopewell Elementary School?
481 students attend Hopewell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Hopewell Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hopewell Elementary School?
Hopewell Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hopewell Elementary School offer ?
Hopewell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hopewell Elementary School part of?
Hopewell Elementary School is part of Park Hill School District.
In what neighborhood is Hopewell Elementary School located?
Hopewell Elementary School is located in the Barry Harbour neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
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