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#815 of 1,036 schools in AR
Western Yell Co. Elem. School
Elementary School · WESTERN YELL CO. SCHOOL DIST.
P O BOX 250, Belleville, AR 72824
Enrollment
139
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
139
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arkansas schools
#815 of 1,036
In district
#1 of 2
WESTERN YELL CO. SCHOOL DIST.
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Western Yell Co. Elem. School
Elementary School in Belleville · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Western Yell Co. Elem. School
Western Yell Co. Elem. School is a public elementary school in Belleville, AR, part of WESTERN YELL CO.
SCHOOL DIST. Western Yell Co. Elem.
School serves approximately 139 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Western Yell Co. Elem.
School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #815 of 1,036 schools in AR. Structured state assessment records for Western Yell Co. Elem.
School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
What's said publicly about Western Yell Co. Elem. School
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026. Reviewed for accuracy.
Sources (1)
- This school 5.0 · Average
- AR avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 139 students, Western Yell Co. Elem. School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Western Yell Co. Elem. School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Western Yell Co. Elem. School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Western Yell Co. Elem. School — Students at Western Yell Co. Elem. School score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AR ATLAS (2024-25)
Based on 40 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: 2.6/10.
How Western Yell Co. Elem. School Compares
See how Western Yell Co. 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
P O BOX 250, Belleville, AR 72824
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Western Yell Co. Elem. School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SEQUOYAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 20.6 miles away, in nearby Russellville), which scores notably higher. Another option is S.C. TUCKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Danville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PARIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 20.8 miles away, in nearby Paris), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Belleville, see our Belleville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 23.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| S.C. TUCKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Danville | 4.2 mi | 8.1 |
| DANVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Danville | 4.2 mi | 8.2 |
| DANVILLE LOWER MIDDLE SCHOOL Danville | 4.2 mi | 8.4 |
| WESTERN YELL CO. HIGH SCHOOL Havana | 4.6 mi | 4.7 |
| TWO RIVERS HIGH SCHOOL Ola | 11.3 mi | 5.4 |
| TWO RIVERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ola | 13.1 mi | 4.2 |
| SUBIACO ACADEMY Subiaco | 17.7 mi | 7.2 |
| SCRANTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Scranton | 19.3 mi | 7.6 |
| SCRANTON HIGH SCHOOL Scranton | 19.3 mi | 5.5 |
| DARDANELLE PRIMARY SCHOOL Dardanelle | 17.5 mi | 7.1 |
| DARDANELLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Dardanelle | 18.0 mi | 6.7 |
| LONDON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL London | 19.9 mi | 7.6 |
| DARDANELLE HIGH SCHOOL Dardanelle | 18.1 mi | 6.8 |
| DARDANELLE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Dardanelle | 18.5 mi | 7.6 |
| PARIS HIGH SCHOOL Paris | 20.4 mi | 5.2 |
| PARIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Paris | 20.8 mi | 7.9 |
| PARIS MIDDLE SCHOOL Paris | 21.0 mi | 8.1 |
| SEQUOYAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Russellville | 20.6 mi | 8.5 |
| LAMAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lamar | 23.7 mi | 5.3 |
| LAMAR MIDDLE SCHOOL Lamar | 23.8 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 72824 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,440
Median Home Value
$113,100
Median Rent
$726/mo
Population
2,085
College Educated
11.5%
Homeownership
59.6%
Avg Commute
28.8 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
33.9
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|---|---|
| SHIRLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Shirley, AR | 5.0 |
| ST. PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Paul, AR | 5.0 |
| KINGSTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kingston, AR | 5.1 |
| FIRST ACADEMY Rogers, AR | 5.2 |
| LAWSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Little Rock, AR | 4.8 |
| GUY-PERKINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Guy, AR | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Western Yell Co. Elem. School
What grades does Western Yell Co. Elem. School serve?
Western Yell Co. Elem. School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Western Yell Co. Elem. School?
Western Yell Co. Elem. School has an enrollment of approximately 139 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Western Yell Co. Elem. School?
The student-teacher ratio at Western Yell Co. Elem. School is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Western Yell Co. Elem. School rank in AR?
Western Yell Co. Elem. School ranks #815 of 1,036 schools in AR.
What is Western Yell Co. Elem. School's MySchoolScout rating?
Western Yell Co. Elem. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Western Yell Co. Elem. School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Western Yell Co. Elem. School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Western Yell Co. Elem. School a charter school?
No, Western Yell Co. Elem. School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Western Yell Co. Elem. School a Title I school?
No, Western Yell Co. Elem. School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Western Yell Co. Elem. School?
97.8% of students at Western Yell Co. 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 139
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Yell County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.3%
- Phone
- (479) 493-4100
Resources & Links
District
WESTERN YELL CO. SCHOOL DIST.- District Enrollment
- 290
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,966
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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