Below Average
#921 of 1,036 schools in AR
Beryl Henry Upper Elem. School
Middle School · HOPE SCHOOL DISTRICT
2000 S MAIN ST, Hope, AR 71801
Enrollment
209
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
4.3
Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
209
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
4.3
Grades
5th – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arkansas schools
#921 of 1,036
In Hope
#7 of 8
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
HOPE SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Beryl Henry Upper Elem. School
Middle School in Hope · grades 5th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Beryl Henry Upper Elem. School
Beryl Henry Upper Elem. School is a public middle school in Hope, AR, part of HOPE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Beryl Henry Upper Elem.
School serves approximately 209 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Beryl Henry Upper Elem. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #921 of 1,036 schools in AR.
Structured state assessment records for Beryl Henry Upper Elem. School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.8
- AR avg 6.9
Score Breakdown
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Beryl Henry Upper Elem. School — Students at Beryl Henry Upper Elem. School score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AR ATLAS (2024-25)
Based on 34 test records from AR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.2/10.
How Beryl Henry Upper Elem. School Compares
See how Beryl Henry Upper Elem. School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2000 S MAIN ST, Hope, AR 71801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Beryl Henry Upper Elem. School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. HOPE ACADEMY OF PUBLIC SERVICE (rated 8.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GENOA CENTRAL JUNIOR HIGH (rated 8.1/10, 25.1 miles away, in nearby Texarkana), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Prescott Junior High School (rated 7.4/10, 15.7 miles away, in nearby Prescott), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hope, see our Hope schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 25.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOPE HIGH SCHOOL Hope | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| YERGER JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Hope | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| CREATIVE ACTION TEAM SCHOOL Hope | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| HOPE ACADEMY OF PUBLIC SERVICE Hope | 1.1 mi | 8.7 |
| WM. JEFFERSON CLINTON PRIMARY SCHOOL Hope | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| GARRETT MEMORIAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hope | 2.8 mi | 5.0 |
| SPRING HILL HIGH SCHOOL Hope | 5.6 mi | 5.4 |
| SPRING HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hope | 5.7 mi | 4.0 |
| BLEVINS HIGH SCHOOL Blevins | 15.7 mi | 5.1 |
| RANDY HUGHES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blevins | 15.8 mi | 4.6 |
| PRESCOTT HIGH SCHOOL Prescott | 15.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Prescott Junior High School Prescott | 15.7 mi | 7.4 |
| PRESCOTT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Prescott | 15.8 mi | 5.0 |
| LAFAYETTE COUNTY ELEMENTARY Lewisville | 19.8 mi | 3.4 |
| SOUTH ARKANSAS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, INC Lewisville | 20.1 mi | 6.6 |
| LAFAYETTE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Lewisville | 20.1 mi | 5.1 |
| NEVADA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rosston | 17.3 mi | 4.5 |
| NEVADA HIGH SCHOOL Rosston | 17.3 mi | 6.0 |
| GENOA CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Texarkana | 25.1 mi | 8.4 |
| GENOA CENTRAL JUNIOR HIGH Texarkana | 25.1 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 71801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,723
Median Home Value
$98,200
Median Rent
$775/mo
Population
14,907
College Educated
14.1%
Homeownership
63.9%
Avg Commute
22.7 min
Poverty Rate
20.4%
Median Age
39
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| YERGER JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Hope, AR | 4.4 |
| BLYTHEVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Blytheville, AR | 5.0 |
| WILSON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Malvern, AR | 3.3 |
| MEEKINS MIDDLE SCHOOL Stuttgart, AR | 5.5 |
| JACKSONVILLE LIGHTHOUSE FLIGHTLINE ACADEMY Lrafb, AR | 5.6 |
| MALVERN MIDDLE SCHOOL Malvern, AR | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Beryl Henry Upper Elem. School
What grades does Beryl Henry Upper Elem. School serve?
Beryl Henry Upper Elem. School serves students in grades 5th through 6th.
How many students attend Beryl Henry Upper Elem. School?
Beryl Henry Upper Elem. School has an enrollment of approximately 209 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Beryl Henry Upper Elem. School?
The student-teacher ratio at Beryl Henry Upper Elem. School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Beryl Henry Upper Elem. School rank in AR?
Beryl Henry Upper Elem. School ranks #921 of 1,036 schools in AR.
What is Beryl Henry Upper Elem. School's MySchoolScout rating?
Beryl Henry Upper Elem. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Beryl Henry Upper Elem. School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Beryl Henry Upper Elem. School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Beryl Henry Upper Elem. School a charter school?
No, Beryl Henry Upper Elem. School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Beryl Henry Upper Elem. School a Title I school?
No, Beryl Henry Upper Elem. School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Beryl Henry Upper Elem. School?
100.0% of students at Beryl Henry Upper Elem. School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 6th
- Enrollment
- 209
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Hempstead County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.4%
- Phone
- (870) 777-6222
Resources & Links
District
HOPE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,218
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,216
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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