Pea Ridge High School is a comprehensive public high school located in the fringe town of Pea Ridge, Arkansas, United States. The school provides secondary education for students in grades kindergarten through 12.
Serving 597 students in grades 10-12, Pea Ridge 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 597 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pea Ridge High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Pea Ridge school district, covering approximately 52.9 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 11.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pea Ridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Pea Ridge High School's student population of 597 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
597 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1880
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pea Ridge 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 Pea Ridge High School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#539 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
19%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.2%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Mascot
Blackhawk
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pea Ridge High School's ranking?
Pea Ridge High School is ranked #539 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Pea Ridge High School often compared to?
Pea Ridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bentonville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pea Ridge High School?
The graduation rate of Pea Ridge High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Pea Ridge High School?
597 students attend Pea Ridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Pea Ridge High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pea Ridge High School?
Pea Ridge High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pea Ridge High School offer ?
Pea Ridge High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pea Ridge High School part of?
Pea Ridge High School is part of Pea Ridge School District.
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