Serving 198 students in grades 5-6, Beryl Henry Upper Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 198 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Beryl Henry Upper Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire Hope, AR school district, encompassing approximately 285 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive to the school of 20-30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 19 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Beryl Henry Upper Elementary School's student population of 198 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
198 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Beryl Henry Upper Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beryl Henry Upper Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#928 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
30%
15%
Black
55%
19%
White
13%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bobcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beryl Henry Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Beryl Henry Upper Elementary School is ranked #928 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Beryl Henry Upper Elementary School?
198 students attend Beryl Henry Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Beryl Henry Upper Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beryl Henry Upper Elementary School?
Beryl Henry Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Beryl Henry Upper Elementary School offer ?
Beryl Henry Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Beryl Henry Upper Elementary School part of?
Beryl Henry Upper Elementary School is part of HOPE School District.
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