Pea Ridge Middle School serves 373 students in grades 5-7.
Pea Ridge Middle School placed in the top 30% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 37%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 5-7
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pea Ridge Middle School's student population of 373 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-7
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
373 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pea Ridge Middle School is ranked within the top 30% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Pea Ridge Middle School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#223 out of 993 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
2%
20%
White
86%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #223 out of 993 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
How many students attend Pea Ridge Middle School?
373 students attend Pea Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Pea Ridge Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, 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 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pea Ridge Middle School offer ?
Pea Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-7 (offers virtual instruction).
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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