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3 schools in Hopewell Junction

New York · Public K-12

Of the 3 public K-12 schools in Hopewell Junction, combined enrollment is roughly 2,657 students (an average of 886 per campus).

7-year change in Hopewell Junction

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
2,657
-331 (-11%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
3
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
69%
was 79%
% Hispanic
20%
was 11%
% Black
5%
was 5%
% Asian
5%
was 4%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
GAYHEAD SCHOOLElementaryKG-06831
JOHN JAY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOLHigh09-121,768
ORCHARD VIEW ALTERNATIVE HIGH SCHOOLHigh09-1258

About Hopewell Junction

Hopewell Junction, New York is home to 3 public schools, with combined enrollment of approximately 2,657 students. By school count, it is a small city.

In terms of grade levels, the city spans 1 elementary, and 2 high.

Schools in Hopewell Junction average about 886 students each, 71% noticeably above the New York norm.

Five-year track record. Across the same 7-year window, public-school enrollment fell 11%: 2,988 students in SY 2017-18 versus 2,657 in SY 2024-25. Demographically, the White share of enrollment shrank from 79% to 69%.

In the discussion threads here, the community for Hopewell Junction discusses enrollment trends, district policy changes, and bus-route updates. Parents, students, and educators in the area can post or comment.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Hopewell Junction?
Hopewell Junction, New York has 3 public K-12 schools serving approximately 2,657 students.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Hopewell Junction?
Hopewell Junction has 1 elementary, 2 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Hopewell Junction?
JOHN JAY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL is the largest public school in Hopewell Junction by enrollment, with approximately 1,768 students.
What school districts serve Hopewell Junction?
Hopewell Junction public schools are operated by WAPPINGERS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT.
What grade levels do public schools in Hopewell Junction cover?
Public schools in Hopewell Junction serve students from kindergarten through grade 12.