For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,538 students in 72450, AR.
The top ranked public middle schools in 72450, AR are Greene Cty Tech Middle School, Greene Cty Tech Junior High School and Paragould 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 41% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 42% 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 (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Greene Cty Tech Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5205 W Kingshighway
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 215-4440
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 215-4440
Grades: 6-7
| 520 students
Rank: #22.
Greene Cty Tech Junior High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5207 W Kingshighway
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 215-4450
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 215-4450
Grades: 8-9
| 550 students
Rank: #33.
Paragould Junior High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1713 W Court St
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 236-7744
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 236-7744
Grades: 7-8
| 468 students
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, Greene Cty Tech Junior High School and Paragould 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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