Serving 498 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Hope Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤1% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 2% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hope Academy's student population of 498 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 53% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
498 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hope Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hope Academy is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3537 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
3%
28%
Black
63%
17%
White
20%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hope Academy's ranking?
Hope Academy is ranked #3537 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Hope Academy often compared to?
Hope Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Montessori Academy For Peace, Michael E Baum Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 2% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Hope Academy?
498 students attend Hope Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Hope Academy students are Black, 20% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hope Academy?
Hope Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hope Academy offer ?
Hope Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Hope Academy part of?
Hope Academy is part of Decatur SD 61 School District.
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