Serving 39 students in grades 6-12, Belle Point Alternative Center 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 39 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 21-39% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belle Point Alternative Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Belle Point Alternative Center's student population of 39 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
39 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Belle Point Alternative Center 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 Belle Point Alternative Center 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
#986 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
26%
15%
Black
23%
19%
White
43%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
21-39%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belle Point Alternative Center's ranking?
Belle Point Alternative Center is ranked #986 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Belle Point Alternative Center?
The graduation rate of Belle Point Alternative Center is 21-39%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Belle Point Alternative Center?
39 students attend Belle Point Alternative Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Belle Point Alternative Center students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belle Point Alternative Center?
Belle Point Alternative Center has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Belle Point Alternative Center offer ?
Belle Point Alternative Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Belle Point Alternative Center part of?
Belle Point Alternative Center is part of Fort Smith School District.
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