NEW HOPE HIGH SCHOOL
NEW HOPE HIGH SCHOOL is a public high school that is part of the Lowndes County School District school district, located in COLUMBUS, MS with about 759 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 49 teachers, NEW HOPE HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.
NEW HOPE HIGH SCHOOL, located in Columbus, Mississippi, is a key component of the Lowndes County School District. Serving students in the surrounding community, the school offers a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare learners for post-secondary success, whether they are pursuing higher education or entering the workforce. The institution prides itself on fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and character development, utilizing a variety of instructional strategies to meet the diverse needs of its student body.
Beyond the classroom, NEW HOPE HIGH SCHOOL maintains a vibrant campus culture characterized by a wide range of extracurricular activities. Students are encouraged to participate in athletics, performing arts, and various service-oriented clubs, which play a significant role in promoting school spirit and building community connections. By balancing rigorous coursework with opportunities for personal growth and social engagement, the school strives to cultivate well-rounded citizens who are prepared to make positive contributions to society.
For more information, contact NEW HOPE HIGH SCHOOL at (662) 244-4701 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
COLUMBUS, MS 39702
(662) 244-4701
NEW HOPE HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in COLUMBUS, MS with about 759 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Mississippi
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Lowndes County School District
- Total Students:
- 759
- Teachers:
- 49.32
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 759 students
- White
- 54.3%
- Black or African American
- 43.6%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 0.9%
- Two or more races
- 0.5%
- Asian
- 0.4%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.1%
- Female
- 50.2%
- Male
- 49.8%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.