Serving 220 students in grades 5-8, Hope Of Public Service ranks in the top 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 33% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 220 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hope Of Public Service ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Hope Of Public Service's student population of 220 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
220 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hope Of Public Service ranks within the top 50% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hope Of Public Service is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#320 out of 993 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
48%
14%
Black
22%
20%
White
26%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hope Of Public Service's ranking?
Hope Of Public Service is ranked #320 out of 993 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
How many students attend Hope Of Public Service?
220 students attend Hope Of Public Service.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Hope Of Public Service students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 22% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hope Of Public Service?
Hope Of Public Service has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hope Of Public Service offer ?
Hope Of Public Service offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hope Of Public Service part of?
Hope Of Public Service is part of HOPE School District.
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