Serving 300 students in grades 5-6, Prairie Grove Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairie Grove Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Prairie Grove Middle School's student population of 300 students has declined by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 61% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
300 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Prairie Grove Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prairie Grove Middle School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#295 out of 993 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
4%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
3%
20%
White
84%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairie Grove Middle School's ranking?
Prairie Grove Middle School is ranked #295 out of 993 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Prairie Grove Middle School often compared to?
Prairie Grove Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elkins Middle School, West Fork Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
How many students attend Prairie Grove Middle School?
300 students attend Prairie Grove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Prairie Grove Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Prairie Grove Middle School?
Prairie Grove Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prairie Grove Middle School offer ?
Prairie Grove Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Prairie Grove Middle School part of?
Prairie Grove Middle School is part of Prairie Grove School District.
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