About Us
The New Hope-Solebury School District, formed in 1942, is composed of New Hope Borough and Solebury Township in the eastern part of Bucks County, along the scenic Delaware River. Our district views every student as unique, important, and deserving of personalized instruction. A deep commitment from the Board of School Directors, administration, teachers and staff, families, and community positions New Hope-Solebury to provide all 1,300 students with a high-quality education. A nationally-recognized school district, New Hope-Solebury values innovation, inclusion, a holistic approach, and authentic personalized learning to prepare each student for a bright future.
Students
Enrollment 1311
Attendance Rate 93.6%
K-12 Students Receiving Special Education Services 14.7%
Economically Disadvantaged 10.2%
Dropout Rate 0.86%
Countries Represented 9
Languages Spoken
Achievement
Average SAT Score 1192
Average ACT Score 25
Keystone Exams Proficient or Advanced
Literature 92.6%
Algebra 97.6%
Biology 90.2%
AP Exams Taken 370
AP Test Takers Scoring 3+ 75%
Accolades
National Blue Ribbon (MS)
Top 15 US.News and World Report (HS)
Top 15 US News and World Report (MS)
A+ Score on Data-Compiler Niche
Two PA Teacher of the Year Finalists
PSEA Education Support Professional of the Year
Best Communities in Music Education
Outstanding Visual Arts Community
Student Ethnicity
Caucasian 78.6%
Black/African-American 0.4%
Hispanic 8%
Asian 6%
Multi-Racial 6.9%
American Indian/Alaskan Native 0.1%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander o.1%
Graduates
5-Year Graduation Rate 98.1%
4-Year Graduation Rate 94.9%
State Average 86.7%
Post-Graduation
4 Year College/University 88%
2 Year College 4%
Employment 4%
Gap Year 3%
Military Service 1%
Staff
Faculty & Administrators 148
Instructors Certified 100%
Instructors National Board Certified 16
Instructors' Average 18.6
Years of Experience
Student to Teacher Ratio 10:1
Faculty & Administrators with Advanced Degrees* 121
Finances
Total Budget $45,758,471
Assessed Valuation $307,572,520
Local Tax Rate 109.2341 Mills
Lowest Equalized Millage Rate in Bucks County
Revenue Sources:
Local 83%
State 16%
Federal 1%
Expenditures
Salaries & Benefits 74%
Purchased Services 13%
Other 13%
Cost-Savings steps
Bond Refinances 3
Staff Retirement Incentives Issued 21
Philanthropic Dollars Raised $1.2M