School Overview
New Hope Elementary, located in Thornton, California, serves as the primary educational hub for the New Hope Elementary School District. Situated in a rural setting, the school focuses on providing a supportive and personalized learning environment for its student body. It emphasizes fundamental academic growth, character development, and a strong partnership between educators, families, and the local community to foster student success.

The school’s website highlights its commitment to transparency and communication, offering parents and community members easy access to district news, board meeting agendas, and educational resources. By maintaining a small-school atmosphere, New Hope Elementary aims to create a safe, inclusive space that encourages students to excel academically while preparing them for their transition to middle school and beyond.
177
Total Students
10.0
Full-Time Teachers
17.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
72.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for New Hope Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White11
Hispanic153
Black7
Asian2
Two or More4
  • Hispanic
    153 (86.4 %)
  • White
    11 (6.2 %)
  • Black
    7 (4.0 %)
  • Two or More
    4 (2.3 %)
  • Asian
    2 (1.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: New Hope Elementary
Phone: (209)794-2376
Website: http://www.nhesd.net
Grade Range: K - 8th
Total Students: 177
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 10.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 117
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 11
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 18
Grade 1 15
Grade 2 21
Grade 3 19
Grade 4 20
Grade 5 22
Grade 6 22
Grade 7 17
Grade 8 23

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for New Hope Elementary
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten18
Grade 115
Grade 221
Grade 319
Grade 420
Grade 522
Grade 622
Grade 717
Grade 823
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for New Hope Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female8246.3%
Male9553.7%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)