HOPE VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Hope Valley Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Durham Public Schools school district, located in Durham, NC with about 640 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 48 teachers, Hope Valley Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Hope Valley Elementary, located in the Forest Hills neighborhood of Durham, North Carolina, is a public school within the Durham Public Schools district. Serving a diverse student population, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic excellence and its focus on fostering a supportive, inclusive community. The campus environment emphasizes the development of the "whole child," balancing rigorous instructional standards with social-emotional learning to ensure students are prepared for success in middle school and beyond.

The school is particularly noted for its active and engaged parent-teacher association (PTA), which plays a significant role in enriching the student experience through various extracurricular activities, community events, and fundraising efforts. Hope Valley offers a variety of programs designed to support diverse learning needs, including initiatives that promote literacy and student leadership. Its location in a mature, residential area of Durham helps create a "neighborhood school" atmosphere, making it a cornerstone of the local community.

For more information, contact Hope Valley Elementary at (919) 560-3980 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.