Serving 550 students in grades 4-6, Prairie Grove Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (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 18:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 550 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Prairie Grove Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district, encompassing approximately 105.6 square miles in Prairie Grove, AR. Parents can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 7.2 miles and the furthest edge reaching 16.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairie Grove Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Prairie Grove Middle School's student population of 550 students has grown by 71% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 63% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
550 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Prairie Grove Middle 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 Prairie Grove Middle School is 0.38, 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
#252 out of 989 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)2.7%
26.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairie Grove Middle School's ranking?
Prairie Grove Middle School is ranked #252 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Prairie Grove Middle School often compared to?
Prairie Grove Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elkins Middle School, West Fork Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% 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 Prairie Grove Middle School?
550 students attend Prairie Grove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Prairie Grove Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairie Grove Middle School?
Prairie Grove Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Prairie Grove Middle School offer ?
Prairie Grove Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Prairie Grove Middle School part of?
Prairie Grove Middle School is part of Prairie Grove School District.
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