Serving 445 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mount Hope Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mount Hope Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mount Hope Elementary School's student population of 445 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
445 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Mount Hope Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mount Hope Elementary School is 0.32, which is less 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
#264 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
10%
15%
White
82%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mount Hope Elementary School's ranking?
Mount Hope Elementary School is ranked #264 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Mount Hope Elementary School often compared to?
Mount Hope Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westhoff Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Mount Hope Elementary School?
445 students attend Mount Hope Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Mount Hope Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mount Hope Elementary School?
Mount Hope Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mount Hope Elementary School offer ?
Mount Hope Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mount Hope Elementary School part of?
Mount Hope Elementary School is part of Fort Zumwalt School District.
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