New Hope High School

New Hope High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
2920 New Hope Rd,  Columbus, MS
Lowndes County School District
3.9
5.0
818 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Matthew Smith
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Average SAT Score
1130
Average ACT Score
22
Math Proficiency
62%
Reading Proficiency
47%
Average GPA
3.53
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
A
Teachers
B+
College Prep
A
Administration
B+
Resources/Facilities
A-
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
B
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.53
Reading Proficiency
47%
Math Proficiency
62%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
53
Full Time Teachers
53
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
College Prep
Average SAT
1130
Math
550
Verbal
580
Average ACT
22
Math
20
English
22
Reading
23
Science
21
Number of AP Courses
1
AP Pass Rate
99.6%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Science
6.3%
State Average
18%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
388:1

Student Diversity

Male
53.4%
Female
46.6%
Black
48.5%
White
47.6%
Two or more races
1.7%
Hispanic
1.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Mississippi State University 227 Students
East Mississippi Community College 176 Students
University of Mississippi 155 Students
University of Southern Mississippi 129 Students
The University of Alabama 120 Students
Itawamba Community College 111 Students
Mississippi University for Women 109 Students
University of Alabama - Birmingham 64 Students
Jackson State University 60 Students
Alcorn State University 55 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 66 Students
Business 37 Students
Biology 29 Students
Psychology 26 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 16 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 15 Students
Pre-Law Studies 15 Students
Nursing Science, Education, and Practice 15 Students
Elementary Education 14 Students
Education 13 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 116 Reviews
5.0 Alum
2/11/2025
I loved New Hope High School because of the community and efforts in making sure us students had a successful life after high school. The staff always supported students in academics, joining clubs, and sports.
5.0 Senior
5/19/2024
I enjoyed myself. I made the best of the time and the teacher were all great. I don't have anything bad to say.
5.0 Senior
2/21/2023
I have enjoyed my time spent at New Hope Elementary. All of my teachers have helped me work to meet and surpass my goals.
GreatSchools Reviews
5.0 2 Reviews
5.0 parent
1/15/2008
5.0 parent
6/29/2007

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New Hope High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Columbus, MS, in the New Hope neighborhood, and is served by the Lowndes County School District in Mississippi. The school has a total enrollment of 818 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 62% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 47% are proficient in reading. New Hope High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.53, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1130 and an ACT score of 22. Discover additional schools in the area, like Lowndes County Alternative School, Victory Christian Academy, Columbus Christian Academy, and more. Learn more about what Columbus has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near New Hope High School.

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