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#737 of 1,036 schools in AR
Based on limited data
Paragould Primary School
Elementary School · PARAGOULD SCHOOL DISTRICT
1510 COUNTRY CLUB RD, Paragould, AR 72450
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 11 schools in Paragould. Learn more
Enrollment
631
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
631
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arkansas schools
#737 of 1,036
In Paragould
#12 of 13
public schools
In district
#6 of 7
PARAGOULD SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Paragould Primary School
Elementary School in Paragould · grades Pre-K – 1st. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Paragould Primary School
Paragould Primary School is a public elementary school in Paragould, AR, part of PARAGOULD SCHOOL DISTRICT. Paragould Primary School serves approximately 631 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Paragould Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #737 of 1,036 schools in AR.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- AR avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
43% of students at Paragould Primary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Paragould Primary School Compares
See how Paragould Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1510 COUNTRY CLUB RD, Paragould, AR 72450
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Paragould Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WOODROW WILSON ELEM. SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BROOKLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 11.7 miles away, in nearby Brookland), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GREENE CTY TECH INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Paragould, see our Paragould schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 72450 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,390
Median Home Value
$169,100
Median Rent
$865/mo
Population
40,464
College Educated
16.6%
Homeownership
63.2%
Avg Commute
21.7 min
Poverty Rate
17.1%
Median Age
37.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HOLLY HARSHMAN ELEM. SCHOOL Mena, AR | 5.4 |
| LOUISA PERRITT PRIMARY Arkadelphia, AR | 5.5 |
| SOUTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Batesville, AR | 5.5 |
| UNIVERSITY HGTS. ELEM. SCHOOL Jonesboro, AR | 5.5 |
| WAKEFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Little Rock, AR | 5.5 |
| WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jonesboro, AR | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Paragould Primary School
What grades does Paragould Primary School serve?
Paragould Primary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Paragould Primary School?
Paragould Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 631 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Paragould Primary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Paragould Primary School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Paragould Primary School rank in AR?
Paragould Primary School ranks #737 of 1,036 schools in AR.
What is Paragould Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Paragould Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Paragould Primary School a charter school?
No, Paragould Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Paragould Primary School a Title I school?
No, Paragould Primary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Paragould Primary School?
100.0% of students at Paragould Primary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 631
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Greene County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.1%
- Phone
- (870) 236-5811
Resources & Links
District
PARAGOULD SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,163
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,979
- District Rank
- #6 of 7
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