Hope Academy of Public Service, a rural Arkansas public school serving grades 5–8 in the Hope School District, has an enrollment of 226 students with a student–teacher ratio of 14:1, approximately equal to the state average.
Math proficiency at the school is 42%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39% and the district average of 23%, showing an overall improving trend from 33% in 2021 to 42% in 2023.
Reading proficiency stands at 60%, higher than the state average of 40% and district average of 25%, with steady improvement over recent years from 48% in 2021 to 60% in 2022.
Science proficiency is 45%, exceeding the state average of 36% and the district average of 20%, with growth from 38% in 2021 to 45% in 2022.
Enrollment has remained stable with minor change, and minority enrollment is 77%, indicating a diverse student body; the school serves 100% of students eligible for free lunch, reflecting a consistent high level of socioeconomic need over recent years.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hope Academy Of Public Service ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Hope Academy Of Public Service's student population of 217 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
217 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Hope Academy Of Public Service ranks within the top 20% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hope Academy Of Public Service is 0.70, 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
#196 out of 989 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
41%
15%
Black
29%
19%
White
23%
57%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
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
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hope Academy Of Public Service's ranking?
Hope Academy Of Public Service is ranked #196 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Hope Academy Of Public Service?
217 students attend Hope Academy Of Public Service.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Hope Academy Of Public Service students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 23% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hope Academy Of Public Service?
Hope Academy Of Public Service has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hope Academy Of Public Service offer ?
Hope Academy Of Public Service offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hope Academy Of Public Service part of?
Hope Academy Of Public Service is part of HOPE School District.
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