Serving 368 students in grades 3-5, Good Hope Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Good Hope Elementary School's student population of 368 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
368 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Good Hope Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Good Hope Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#497 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
10%
11%
Black
n/a
32%
White
84%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Good Hope Elementary School's ranking?
Good Hope Elementary School is ranked #497 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Good Hope Elementary School often compared to?
Good Hope Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hanceville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Good Hope Elementary School?
368 students attend Good Hope Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Good Hope Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Good Hope Elementary School?
Good Hope Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Good Hope Elementary School offer ?
Good Hope Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Good Hope Elementary School part of?
Good Hope Elementary School is part of Cullman County School District.
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