For the 2024 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 6,871 students in Paragould, AR (there are 2 private schools, serving 74 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in Paragould, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in Paragould, AR are Woodrow Wilson Elem. School, Greene Cty Tech Intermediate School and Paragould Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Paragould, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in Paragould have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Paragould, AR (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Woodrow Wilson Elem. School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
900 W Emerson St
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 236-6177
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 236-6177
Grades: 2-4
| 233 students
Rank: #22.
Greene Cty Tech Intermediate School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5205 W Kingshighway
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 215-4440
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 215-4440
Grades: 4-9
| 532 students
Rank: #33.
Paragould Junior High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1713 W Court St
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 236-7744
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 236-7744
Grades: 7-8
| 494 students
Rank: #44.
Greene Cty Tech Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5205 W Kingshighway
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 215-4440
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 215-4440
Grades: 6-8
| 539 students
Rank: #55.
Greene Cty Tech Junior High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5207 W Kingshighway
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 215-4450
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 215-4450
Grades: 8-9
| 554 students
Rank: #66.
Greene Cty Tech Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5203 W Kingshighway
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 215-4430
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 215-4430
Grades: 2-5
| 537 students
Rank: #77.
Oak Grove Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5097 Hwy 135 N
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 586-0483
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 586-0483
Grades: 5-6
| 457 students
Rank: #88.
Paragould High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1701 W Court St
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 236-7744
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 236-7744
Grades: 9-12
| 886 students
Rank: #99.
Greene Cty Tech High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5201 W Kingshighway
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 215-4460
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 215-4460
Grades: 8-12
| 804 students
Rank: #1010.
Oak Grove Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5027 Hwy 135 N
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 586-0439
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 586-0439
Grades: 2-4
| 284 students
Rank: #1111.
Baldwin Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
612 W Mueller St
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 236-6369
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 236-6369
Grades: 2-4
| 208 students
Rank: n/an/a
1300 S Rockingchair
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 215-4420
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 215-4420
Grades: PK-1
| 690 students
Rank: n/an/a
1510 Country Club Rd
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 236-5811
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 236-5811
Grades: PK-1
| 653 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Paragould, AR?
The top ranked public schools in Paragould, AR include Woodrow Wilson Elem. School, Greene Cty Tech Intermediate School and Paragould Junior High School.
How many public schools are located in Paragould, AR?
13 public schools are located in Paragould, AR.
What percentage of students in Paragould, AR go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in Paragould, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in Paragould, AR?
Paragould, AR public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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