Paragould High School is a public school serving grades nine through twelve located in Paragould, Arkansas. The campus is located at 1701 West Court Street in Paragould and is administered by Paragould School District.
Serving 864 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 20% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). 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 9:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 864 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (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 864 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
864 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue, Red
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Paragould High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paragould High School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#734 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
7%
19%
White
76%
58%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
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
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paragould High School's ranking?
Paragould High School is ranked #734 out of 989 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?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% 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 80-84%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Paragould High School?
864 students attend Paragould High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Paragould High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% 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 9:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Paragould High School part of?
Paragould High School is part of Paragould School District.
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