Hope Academy serves 51 students in grades 6-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 51 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hope Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Hope Academy's student population of 51 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
51 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Motto
The smallest school with the biggest heart!
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hope Academy is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
100%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Hope Academy?
51 students attend Hope Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Hope Academy students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hope Academy?
Hope Academy has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hope Academy offer ?
Hope Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Hope Academy part of?
Hope Academy is part of La Joya Independent School District.
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