Serving 226 students in grades 5-8, Hope Academy Of Public Service ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 226 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 39% (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
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 226 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 38% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
226 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hope Academy Of Public Service ranks within the top 30% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hope Academy Of Public Service is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#234 out of 997 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
45%
15%
Black
27%
19%
White
23%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hope Academy Of Public Service's ranking?
Hope Academy Of Public Service is ranked #234 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% 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?
226 students attend Hope Academy Of Public Service.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Hope Academy Of Public Service students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 23% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% 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 14:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hope Academy Of Public Service offer ?
Hope Academy Of Public Service offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
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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