Serving 886 students in grades 9-12, Paragould High School 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 25% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 886 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paragould High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Paragould High School's student population of 886 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
886 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Paragould High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paragould High School is 0.35, 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
#688 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
6%
19%
White
80%
59%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paragould High School's ranking?
Paragould High School is ranked #688 out of 997 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?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Paragould High School?
The graduation rate of Paragould High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Paragould High School?
886 students attend Paragould High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Paragould High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paragould High School?
Paragould High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Paragould High School offer ?
Paragould High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Paragould High School part of?
Paragould High School is part of Paragould School District.
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