At a glance
Reported students
1,136
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
69.29
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
16.4:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Virginia high enrollment
50th percentile
Compared with 325 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
584
Hopewell High: 1,136 reported students.
State peer staffing position
86th percentile
16.4:1 reported; state peer median 13.8:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,172
- Teachers (FTE)
- 92
- Student–teacher ratio
- 12.7:1
What the reported data says about Hopewell High
Hopewell High is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Hopewell. It is one of 7 current school records connected to Hopewell City Public Schools. NCES reports 1,136 students for 2024–25.
Among 325 high schools in Virginia with comparable records, this school is close in size to the reported median of 1,140 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 50th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 16.4:1, above the Virginia median of 13.8:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Black (62.9%) and White (18.9%). English learners represent 2.9% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 16.3%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming. The school reported 9 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Hopewell High
- 1How do the reported 16.4:1 student–teacher ratio and 69.29 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 4 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 2.9%
- Students with disabilities
- 16.3%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 4
- Nurses (FTE)
- 2
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.33
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0.17
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White18.9%
- Hispanic13.8%
- Black62.9%
- Asian0.8%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.7%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.1%
- Multiracial2.7%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
9 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Hopewell City Public Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Carter G. Woodson Middle
Middle · Grades 06–08
803 reported students
Dupont Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
589 reported students
Patrick Copeland Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
579 reported students
Harry E. James Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
535 reported students
Woodlawn Pre-School Learning Center
Other · Grades PK–PK
307 reported students
New HOPE Academy
Other · Grades Not reported
Enrollment not reported
Public schools near Hopewell High
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colonial Heights High High · Colonial Heights City Public Schools | 09–12 | 886 | 4.5 mi |
| Prince George High High · Prince George County Public Schools | 09–12 | 1,789 | 6.4 mi |
| Thomas Dale High High · Chesterfield County Public Schools | 09–12 | 2,582 | 8.3 mi |
| Matoaca High High · Chesterfield County Public Schools | 09–12 | 1,624 | 8.4 mi |
| Petersburg High High · Petersburg City Public Schools | 09–12 | 1,215 | 8.5 mi |
| Carver College and Career Academy High · Chesterfield County Public Schools | 09–12 | 272 | 9.5 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Hopewell High
What grades does Hopewell High serve?
Hopewell High reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Hopewell City Public Schools.
How many students attend Hopewell High?
Hopewell High reported 1,136 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 50th percentile among 325 Virginia high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,172 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Hopewell High?
The calculated ratio is 16.4:1, based on 1,136 students and 69.29 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Virginia median for the same school level is 13.8:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Hopewell High a public, charter, or magnet school?
Hopewell High is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Hopewell City Public Schools attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
Which school district is Hopewell High in?
Hopewell High is part of Hopewell City Public Schools, based in Hopewell, VA, which operates 7 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Hopewell High?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Colonial Heights High (4.5 mi), Prince George High (6.4 mi), Thomas Dale High (8.3 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.