Best Schools in Paragould, Arkansas
15 schools · 8 Elementary · 3 Middle · 2 High · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Paragould by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Woodrow Wilson Elem. School
Elementary · Paragould School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Greene Cty Tech Intermediate School
Elementary · Greene County Tech School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Greene Cty Tech Elementary School
Elementary · Greene County Tech School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Paragould for 2026 are Woodrow Wilson Elem. School (7.8/10), Greene Cty Tech Intermediate School (7.6/10), and Greene Cty Tech Elementary School (7.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 13 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
15
13 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$169,100
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
15
13 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$169,100
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 7.8/10 despite 100% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.6 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Paragould schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Paragould
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (13 of 15). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Woodrow Wilson Elem. School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Greene Cty Tech Intermediate School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Greene Cty Tech Elementary School | 7.1 / 10 |
| 4 | Paragould Junior High | 7.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Greene Cty Tech Middle School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 6 | Greene Cty Tech High School | 6.2 / 10 |
| 7 | St Mary's Catholic School & Preschool | 5.9 / 10 |
| 8 | Oak Grove Middle School | 5.8 / 10 |
| 9 | Paragould High School | 5.7 / 10 |
| 10 | Greene Cty Tech Junior High School | 5.6 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.2/10
- Median household income
- $56,390
- Median home value
- $169,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 17%
- Avg commute
- 22 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 63%
27% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Paragould compares
Arkansas rank
#69 of 123
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.1
below Arkansas avg (6.3)
Median household income
$56k
102% of Arkansas median
Schools in this city
15
About Schools in Paragould, Arkansas
Paragould, Arkansas is home to 15 schools, including 13 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 8 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.2 out of 10, schools in Paragould show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Paragould is Woodrow Wilson Elem. School with a composite score of 7.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Paragould is served by 2 school districts: PARAGOULD SCHOOL DISTRICT, GREENE COUNTY TECH SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 6,790 students.
Paragould's community shows 17% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $56,390. The poverty rate in the area is 17.1%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
8 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 226 students · 2nd–4th | 7.8 | ||
| 2 | 522 students · 4th–5th | 7.6 | ||
| 3 | 528 students · 2nd–3rd | 7.1 | ||
| 4 | 706 students · Pre-K–1st | 6.2 | ||
| 5 | 211 students · 2nd–4th | 5.5 | ||
| 6 | 631 students · Pre-K–1st | 5.4 | ||
| 7 | 259 students · 2nd–4th | 5.2 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 39 students · Pre-K–6th | 5.9 | ||
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 468 students · 7th–8th | 7.0 |
| 2 | 520 students · 6th–7th | 6.8 |
| 3 | 504 students · 5th–6th | 5.8 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 801 students · 10th–12th | 6.2 |
| 2 | 864 students · 9th–12th | 5.7 |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 550 students · 8th–9th | 5.6 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Crowley's Ridge Academy
Private
253 students · Pre-K–12th | 4.6 | ||
Schools in Paragould
Paragould, Arkansas · 15 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$56,390
Median Home Value
$169,100
Median Rent
$865/mo
Population
40,464
College Educated
17%
Homeownership
63%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
17.1%
Community Profile
Paragould has a median household income of $56,390. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $169,100, with a median rent of $865/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.1%. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Arkansas
- Elementary
- 8
- Middle
- 3
- High
- 2
- Other
- 2
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Common questions about schools in Paragould, Arkansas
How many schools are in Paragould, Arkansas?
Paragould has 15 schools, including 13 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Paragould, Arkansas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Paragould is 6.2 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Paragould, Arkansas?
The top-ranked school in Paragould on MySchoolScout is Woodrow Wilson Elem. School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Paragould, Arkansas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Paragould on MySchoolScout is Woodrow Wilson Elem. School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Paragould, Arkansas?
The top-ranked middle school in Paragould on MySchoolScout is Paragould Junior High with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best high school in Paragould, Arkansas?
The top-ranked high school in Paragould on MySchoolScout is Greene Cty Tech High School with a composite score of 6.2/10.
How many school districts serve Paragould, Arkansas?
Paragould is served by 2 school districts: Paragould School District, Greene County Tech School District.
What is the education level in Paragould, Arkansas?
According to Census data, 17% of adults in Paragould have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Paragould, Arkansas?
The median household income in Paragould is approximately $56,390 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Paragould, Arkansas?
Yes, Paragould has 2 private schools alongside 13 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Mary's Catholic School & Preschool with a score of 5.9/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Paragould, Arkansas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Paragould is 14.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Paragould, Arkansas?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Arkansas Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.