Hope High School

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Hope High School ranks 1354 th of 1987 Texas high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

Summary:

Hope High School is a small public high school serving grades 9-12 in Port Lavaca, Texas, part of the Calhoun County Independent School District. With a student population ranging from 25 to 52 students, Hope High School is significantly smaller than nearby Calhoun High School (987 students) and other regional high schools.

While Hope High School has maintained strong graduation rates, its academic performance, as measured by STAAR EOC test scores, is significantly lagging behind the district and state averages. For example, in 2022-2023, only 9% of Hope High School students were proficient or better in English II Reading, compared to 54% for the district and 56% for the state. This stark contrast in student performance suggests the school may be struggling to effectively prepare students for college and career readiness. Additionally, Hope High School has consistently ranked in the bottom quartile of Texas high schools, with a ranking as low as 1916 out of 1961 in the 2022-2023 school year.

The small school size, high percentage of economically disadvantaged students (ranging from 70% to 84% over the past three school years), and low statewide ranking suggest that Hope High School may face resource challenges that impact its ability to provide a high-quality education. Comparing Hope High School to other nearby schools, such as Austwell-Tivoli High School and Industrial High School, reveals significant differences in student performance and school rankings, highlighting the need to understand the unique challenges and contexts of each school to develop targeted interventions and support.

Detail:

Public 9-12

900 N Virginia Rm 10
Port Lavaca, TX 77979

(361) 552-7084

District: Calhoun County Independent School District (Isd)

SchoolDigger Rank:
1354^th of 1,987 Texas High Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $30,440

Student/teacher ratio: 5.0

Number of students: 30

Racial breakdown:

Hispanic:

60.0%

White:

36.7%

American Indian:

3.3%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 66.7%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Hope High School ranks worse than 68.1% of high schools in Texas. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 32.5. (See more...)

The four-year cohort graduation rate measures the percentage of students at Hope High School who earn a standard high school diploma within four years of starting ninth grade.

The high school dropout rate measures the percentage of students who do not complete their high school education.

Student Body

Compare Details Racial makeup is: Hispanic (60%), White (36.7%), American Indian (3.3%). (See more...)

Compare Details 66.7% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Hope High School is 5. (See more...)

Compare Hope High School employs 5.9 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at Hope High School is $30,440.

Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Hope High School:

SchoolDigger ranks Hope High School 1354^th of 1987 Texas public high schools. (See Hope High School in the ranking list.)

High School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:

Low Socio Economic Status students:

Hispanic students:

White students:

Calhoun County Independent School District (Isd):

SchoolDigger ranks Calhoun County Independent School District (Isd) 396^th of 968 Texas school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Hope High School

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Rank History for all students at Hope High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	TX State Percentile
2004	4.18	1390^th	1427	2.6%
2005	25.49	1216^th	1429	14.9%
2006	14.09	1306^th	1430	8.7%
2007	3.78	1438^th	1497	3.9%
2008	32.09	1235^th	1510	18.2%
2009	14.96	1415^th	1539	8.1%
2010	51.16	1010^th	1568	35.6%
2011	25.46	1481^st	1672	11.4%
2012	4.26	1541^st	1603	3.9%
2014	25.12	1416^th	1734	18.3%
2016	16.31	1541^st	1762	12.5%
2017	5.10	1685^th	1777	5.2%
2018	9.18	1622^nd	1797	9.7%
2023	2.75	1916^th	1961	2.3%
2024	32.50	1354^th	1987	31.9%

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Rank History for Special Education students at Hope High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	TX State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	64.06	325^th	1478	78.0%

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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Hope High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	TX State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	4.90	1812^th	1897	4.5%
2024	8.67	1783^rd	1883	5.3%

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Rank History for Female students at Hope High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	TX State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	0.12	1890^th	1891	0.1%

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Rank History for Male students at Hope High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	TX State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	34.66	1234^th	1913	35.5%

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Rank History for Hispanic students at Hope High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	TX State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	4.77	1736^th	1820	4.6%
2024	1.24	1802^nd	1804	0.1%

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Rank History for White students at Hope High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	TX State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2024	0.36	1548^th	1556	0.5%

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Data source: test scores: Texas Education Agency, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Data source: Texas Education Agency

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Enrollment information for Hope High School

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Total
1997	23	3	0	32	0	n/a	n/a	58
1998	19	1	0	33	0	n/a	n/a	53
1999	19	1	0	40	0	n/a	n/a	60
2000	21	1	0	40	0	n/a	n/a	62
2001	2	1	0	16	0	n/a	n/a	19
2002	25	0	0	33	0	n/a	n/a	58
2003	25	0	0	33	0	n/a	n/a	58
2004	20	0	0	35	0	n/a	n/a	55
2005	10	0	1	44	0	n/a	n/a	55
2006	11	2	0	38	0	n/a	n/a	51
2007	15	0	0	47	0	n/a	n/a	62
2008	9	0	1	41	0	n/a	n/a	51
2009	21	0	0	37	0	n/a	n/a	58
2010	16	1	0	38	0	n/a	n/a	55
2011	10	1	0	18	1	0	0	30
2012	19	1	0	21	0	0	0	41
2013	10	2	0	21	0	0	0	33
2014	10	1	0	27	0	0	0	38
2015	8	0	0	18	0	0	0	26
2016	12	2	0	11	0	0	1	26
2017	9	0	1	13	0	0	0	23
2018	5	0	0	19	2	0	1	27
2019	10	1	0	20	0	0	0	31
2020	4	0	0	21	0	0	1	26
2021	5	0	0	14	1	0	0	20
2022	11	0	0	21	0	0	0	32
2023	12	0	0	13	0	0	0	25
2024	11	0	0	18	1	0	0	30

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Hope High School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
1997	58	2.8	20.7	0
1998	53	3.1	17.1	0
1999	60	5.0	12.0	0
2000	62	5.0	12.4	32.3
2001	19	5.0	3.8	47.4
2002	58	5.0	11.6	37.9
2003	58	5.0	11.6	37.9
2004	55	3.1	17.7	38.2
2005	55	3.2	17.2	65.5
2006	51	1.9	26.8	72.5
2007	62	4.9	12.7	58.1
2008	51	2.3	22.2	39.2
2009	58	3.0	19.3	53.4
2010	55	3.6	14.9	74.5
2011	30	5.2	5.7	66.7
2012	41	3.9	10.4	58.5
2013	33	3.6	9.1	63.6
2014	38	4.4	8.4	63.2
2015	26	5.0	5.2	80.8
2016	26	4.0	6.5	80.8
2017	23	4.5	5.0	73.9
2018	27	4.0	6.7	63
2019	31	3.3	9.3	90.3
2020	26	3.5	7.3	80.8
2021	20	2.1	9.3	70
2022	32	5.5	5.8	71.9
2023	25	7.2	3.4	84
2024	30	5.9	5.0	66.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Hope High School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
1997	58	2.8	20.7	0
1998	53	3.1	17.1	0
1999	60	5.0	12.0	0
2000	62	5.0	12.4	32.3
2001	19	5.0	3.8	47.4
2002	58	5.0	11.6	37.9
2003	58	5.0	11.6	37.9
2004	55	3.1	17.7	38.2
2005	55	3.2	17.2	65.5
2006	51	1.9	26.8	72.5
2007	62	4.9	12.7	58.1
2008	51	2.3	22.2	39.2
2009	58	3.0	19.3	53.4
2010	55	3.6	14.9	74.5
2011	30	5.2	5.7	66.7
2012	41	3.9	10.4	58.5
2013	33	3.6	9.1	63.6
2014	38	4.4	8.4	63.2
2015	26	5.0	5.2	80.8
2016	26	4.0	6.5	80.8
2017	23	4.5	5.0	73.9
2018	27	4.0	6.7	63
2019	31	3.3	9.3	90.3
2020	26	3.5	7.3	80.8
2021	20	2.1	9.3	70
2022	32	5.5	5.8	71.9
2023	25	7.2	3.4	84
2024	30	5.9	5.0	66.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Hope High School

Year	Expenditures from Federal Funds	Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019	$711 (3.3%)	$21,140 (96.8%)	$21,850
2020	$1,614 (6.3%)	$24,075 (93.7%)	$25,688
2021	$684 (2.2%)	$29,756 (97.8%)	$30,440

Data source: Texas Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Hope High School

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Test Scores

	% proficient Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	% proficient Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
End of Course English II Reading (Hope High School)	20	9	11%
End of Course English II Reading (Calhoun County Independent School District (Isd))	45	54	9%
End of Course English II Reading (Texas)	51	56	5%
End of Course U.S. History (Hope High School)	44	31	13%
End of Course U.S. History (Calhoun County Independent School District (Isd))	67	63	4%
End of Course U.S. History (Texas)	75	71	4%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	31	25	19.4%
African American	1	0	100%
American Indian	0	0
Asian	0	0
Hispanic	20	13	35%
Pacific Islander	0	0
White	10	12	20%
Two or More Races	0	0
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	90.3%	84%	6.3%

Schools Near Hope High School

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				STAAR EOC Algebra I (2024)	STAAR EOC Biology (2024)	STAAR EOC English I Reading (2024)	STAAR EOC English II Reading (2024)	STAAR EOC U.S. History (2024)	STAAR Reading (2024)		STAAR Mathematics (2024)		STAAR Science (2024)	STAAR Social Studies (2024)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2021)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	SchoolDigger Rating (2024)	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	Rank Change from Previous Year	STAAR EOC Algebra I End of Course	STAAR EOC Biology End of Course	STAAR EOC English I Reading End of Course	STAAR EOC English II Reading End of Course	STAAR EOC U.S. History End of Course	STAAR Reading 7th Grade	STAAR Reading 8th Grade	STAAR Mathematics 7th Grade	STAAR Mathematics 8th Grade	STAAR Science 8th Grade	STAAR Social Studies 8th Grade	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Hope High School	Public	9-12	900 N Virginia Rm 10	Port Lavaca	77979	Calhoun County	Calhoun County Independent School District (Isd)	No	No	(n/a)	No	(361) 552-7084	30	6	5.0	66.7%	11 (36.7%)	0 (0.0%)	18 (60.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (3.3%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	32.5	1354^th of 1987 public high schools	31.9%		2.7	1916^th of 1961 public high schools	2.3%	562				28.6	63.6							$30,440	$684	$29,756
Calhoun High School	Public	9-12	201 Sandcrab Blvd	Port Lavaca	77979	Calhoun County	Calhoun County Independent School District (Isd)	No	No	(n/a)	No	(361) 552-3775	995	78	12.7	58.5%	240 (24.1%)	10 (1.0%)	686 (68.9%)	51 (5.1%)	2 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	6 (0.6%)	48.9	960^th of 1987 public high schools	51.7%		42.8	1117^th of 1961 public high schools	43.0%	157	34.4	63.1	54.9	61.1	61.8							$11,780	$874	$10,906
Industrial High School	Public	9-12	187 Fifth St	Vanderbilt	77991	Jackson County	Industrial Independent School District (Isd)	No	No	(n/a)	No	(361) 284-3226	343	34	10.1	32.4%	229 (66.8%)	3 (0.9%)	105 (30.6%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	6 (1.7%)	80.4	203^rd of 1987 public high schools	89.8%		79.2	222^nd of 1961 public high schools	88.7%	19	70.4	81.5	80.0	76.8	81.8							$13,172	$924	$12,247
Bloomington High School	Public	9-12	2781 F M 616	Bloomington	77951	Victoria County	Bloomington Independent School District (Isd)	No	No	(n/a)	Yes	(361) 333-8011	250	22	11.4	80.8%	31 (12.4%)	8 (3.2%)	207 (82.8%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	4 (1.6%)	24.1	1547^th of 1987 public high schools	22.1%		33.9	1300^th of 1961 public high schools	33.7%	247	14.3	44.6	31.4	54.4	41.9							$16,661	$908	$15,753
Austwell-Tivoli High School	Public	7-12	207 Redfish St	Tivoli	77990	Refugio County	Austwell-Tivoli Independent School District (Isd)	No	No	(n/a)	Yes	(361) 286-3582	68	11	6.1	63.2%	20 (29.4%)	1 (1.5%)	47 (69.1%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	65.4	550^th of 1987 public high schools	72.3%		52.9	850^th of 1961 public high schools	56.7%	300	77.8		81.8	61.5	63.6	30.0	30.0	20.0	40.0	30.0	10.0	$22,217	$3,252	$18,965

Frequently Asked Questions about Hope High School

Is Hope High School a good school?

Hope High School ranks 1354^th of 1987 Texas high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

What is the racial makeup of Hope High School?

Students at Hope High School are 60% Hispanic, 37% White, 3% American Indian.

How many students attend Hope High School?

In the 2023-24 school year, 30 students attended Hope High School.

What district is Hope High School in?

Calhoun County Independent School District (Isd)

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