Serving 444 students in grades 5-6, Pea Ridge Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 65% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 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)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Pea Ridge Middle School serves the entire Pea Ridge, AR district, encompassing an area of approximately 52.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 11.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pea Ridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pea Ridge Middle School's student population of 444 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
444 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pea Ridge Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pea Ridge Middle School is 0.28, 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
#153 out of 989 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
11%
15%
Black
3%
19%
White
84%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.4%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
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 Middle School's ranking?
Pea Ridge Middle School is ranked #153 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Pea Ridge Middle School often compared to?
Pea Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gravette Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Pea Ridge Middle School?
444 students attend Pea Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Pea Ridge Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pea Ridge Middle School?
Pea Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pea Ridge Middle School offer ?
Pea Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pea Ridge Middle School part of?
Pea Ridge Middle School is part of Pea Ridge School District.
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