Grand Canyon Education, Inc. (LOPE) Stock
LOPE has an Alpha Score of 35 out of 100 (weak), computed on Nov 7, 2026 from 3 of 4 sub-scores. 3 members of Congress disclosed 6 trades in LOPE since 2018: 3 purchases and 3 sales, most recently Josh Gottheimer (purchase, May 6, 2024). 6 of the hedge funds AlphaScala tracks reported LOPE in 13F filings for the quarter ended Jun 30, 2026; the largest reported position is Millennium Management's at $36.41M. Its trailing P/E ratio is 17.9 and its net margin 19.6% (key statistics as of Oct 30, 2026).
What is LOPE's Alpha Score?
How it works →Alpha Score of 35 reflects weak overall profile with poor momentum, moderate value, moderate quality. Based on 3 of 4 signals – score is capped at 90 until remaining data ingests.
Computed from 3 of 4 sub-scores; a sub-score is left out when its inputs are missing, and the composite is capped accordingly.
Computed Nov 7, 2026
A rules-based research rating, not a recommendation to buy or sell.
Which members of Congress traded Grand Canyon Education, Inc. (LOPE)?
Most recent: Josh Gottheimer (purchase, May 6, 2024); records start Sep 26, 2018.
| Politician | Trade date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Gottheimer D-NJ · House | 2024-05-06 | purchase | $1k – $15k |
| Josh Gottheimer D-NJ · House | 2024-01-09 | partial sale | $1k – $15k |
| Josh Gottheimer D-NJ · House | 2023-12-20 | partial sale | $1k – $15k |
| Josh Gottheimer D-NJ · House | 2021-07-01 | partial sale | $1k – $15k |
| Greg Gianforte R-MT · House | 2019-12-09 | purchase | $100k |
| Lamar Smith R-TX · House | 2018-09-26 | purchase | $1k – $15k |
From STOCK Act periodic transaction reports. House filings as of Nov 5, 2026.
See all LOPE political trades →Which hedge funds own LOPE?
From 13F filings| Fund | Shares Held | Position Value | Change vs prior Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennium Management Israel Englander | 254K | $36.41M | +481% |
| Renaissance Technologies Jim Simons (founder) | 234K | $33.49M | +9% |
| Citadel Ken Griffin | 232K | $33.17M | +138% |
| D.E. Shaw David Shaw | 101K | $14.41M | -28% |
| Marshall Wace | 36K | $5.13M | +2659% |
| Bridgewater Associates Ray Dalio | 2K | $217.2K | +0% |
13F holdings as of Jun 30, 2026
Explore all tracked funds →What are LOPE's key statistics?
Key statistics as of Oct 30, 2026
How does LOPE's valuation compare with the Consumer Staples sector?
| Metric | LOPE | Consumer Staples median | Companies in median |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E ratio | 17.9 | 19.6 | 63 |
| Net margin | 19.63% | 6.84% | 69 |
| Return on equity | 31.24% | 14.15% | 69 |
Medians over the Consumer Staples stocks whose key statistics were refreshed in the last 35 days (newest Nov 8, 2026). P/E excludes loss-making companies.
LOPE price chart
Powered by TradingViewWhat does Grand Canyon Education, Inc. do?
Grand Canyon Education Inc. is a leading educational services company based in the United States. Its primary function is to provide educational support and operational services to educational institutions. A prominent associated entity is Grand Canyon University, a private Christian university for which the company provides various management and administrative services ranging from recruitment and enrollment to infrastructure development. Grand Canyon Education Inc. impacts the higher education sector by facilitating academic institutions to focus on delivering quality education while handling operational complexities through its services. This symbiotic relationship allows universities to enhance educational experiences and expand course offerings. The company serves both traditional and non-traditional students, addressing diverse educational needs. In the broader market, Grand Canyon Education Inc. holds a significant place, not only enabling client universities to optimize performance but also contributing to the advancement of educational reach and accessibility. Headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, the company has established a solid presence in the intersection of education and business services, showcasing expertise in the growing field of outsourced educational solutions.