Serving 399 students in grades 3-4, Pea Ridge Intermediate School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pea Ridge Intermediate School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Pea Ridge school district, covering approximately 52.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 10.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pea Ridge Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Pea Ridge Intermediate School's student population of 399 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
399 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence in all WE do - Go HAWKS!
School Rankings
Pea Ridge Intermediate School ranks within the top 30% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pea Ridge Intermediate School is 0.35, 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
#205 out of 989 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
19%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.5%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pea Ridge Intermediate School's ranking?
Pea Ridge Intermediate School is ranked #205 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Pea Ridge Intermediate School often compared to?
Pea Ridge Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Apple Glen Elementary School, Janie Darr Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Pea Ridge Intermediate School?
399 students attend Pea Ridge Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Pea Ridge Intermediate School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pea Ridge Intermediate School?
Pea Ridge Intermediate School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pea Ridge Intermediate School offer ?
Pea Ridge Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pea Ridge Intermediate School part of?
Pea Ridge Intermediate School is part of Pea Ridge School District.
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