Hopewell High School is located in the northern part of Mecklenburg County, serving the western portion of Huntersville, and also serving some of the Northwest Charlotte area. The school was founded in 2001. The school's main rival is William A. Hough High School. Hopewell's athletic teams are nicknamed the Titans.
Serving 1,774 students in grades 9-12, Hopewell High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,774 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hopewell High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Hopewell High School's student population of 1,774 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,774 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Year Founded
2001
Colors
Blue, Navy Blue, Silver
School Motto
Excellence Without Exception
School Rankings
Hopewell High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hopewell High School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#576 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)75-79%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
21%
21%
Black
48%
25%
White
23%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)80%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Titan
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hopewell High School's ranking?
Hopewell High School is ranked #576 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hopewell High School?
The graduation rate of Hopewell High School is 80%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Hopewell High School?
1,774 students attend Hopewell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Hopewell High School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hopewell High School?
Hopewell High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hopewell High School offer ?
Hopewell High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hopewell High School part of?
Hopewell High School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
The administration has no control and many of the students are out of control. Fights occur every day, zero tolerance means, If you fight you are suspended..than you get to come back and do it again.
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