Serving 188 students in grades 7-8, Yerger Junior High 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 8% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (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 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 188 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Yerger Junior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Hope, AR, covering approximately 285 square miles. The typical drive to the school from various points within the zone takes about 20-30 minutes, with the furthest edge located nearly 19.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Yerger Junior High School's student population of 188 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
188 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
World Class Students, World Class Learning, World Class Citizens
School Rankings
Yerger Junior High 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 Yerger Junior High School is 0.64, which is more 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
#913 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
51%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
18%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.3%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
9%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
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 Yerger Junior High School's ranking?
Yerger Junior High School is ranked #913 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Yerger Junior High School?
188 students attend Yerger Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Yerger Junior High School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Yerger Junior High School?
Yerger Junior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Yerger Junior High School offer ?
Yerger Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Yerger Junior High School part of?
Yerger Junior High School is part of HOPE School District.
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