For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,590 students in 72450, AR.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72450, AR are Greene Cty Tech Middle School, Paragould Junior High School and Greene Cty Tech Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 72450 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 43% statewide average). Middle schools in 72450, AR have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72450, AR Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Greene Cty Tech Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5207 West Kingshighway
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 215-4480
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 215-4480
Gr: 6-12 | 557 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Paragould Junior High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1713 W. Court St.
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 240-2261
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 240-2261
Gr: 7-8 | 512 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
Greene Cty Tech Junior High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5201 West Kingshighway
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 215-4450
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 215-4450
Gr: 6-9 | 521 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 72450, AR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72450, AR include Greene Cty Tech Middle School, Paragould Junior High School and Greene Cty Tech Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 72450?
3 public middle schools are located in 72450.
What is the racial composition of students in 72450?
72450 public middle schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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