Serving 643 students in grades 7-9, Pea Ridge Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than 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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 643 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pea Ridge Junior High School's student population of 643 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
643 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Pea Ridge Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pea Ridge Junior High School is 0.29, 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
#335 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
10%
15%
Black
2%
19%
White
84%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.9%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pea Ridge Junior High School's ranking?
Pea Ridge Junior High School is ranked #335 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Pea Ridge Junior High School?
643 students attend Pea Ridge Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Pea Ridge Junior High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pea Ridge Junior High School?
Pea Ridge Junior 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 Junior High School offer ?
Pea Ridge Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pea Ridge Junior High School part of?
Pea Ridge Junior High School is part of Pea Ridge School District.
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