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#1013 of 1,036 schools in AR
Pocahontas Upper Elem. School
Middle School · POCAHONTAS SCHOOL DISTRICT
2301 N PARK, Pocahontas, AR 72455
Enrollment
432
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
3.2
Grades
4th – 6th
Enrollment
432
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
3.2
Grades
4th – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arkansas schools
#1,013 of 1,036
In Pocahontas
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
POCAHONTAS SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Pocahontas Upper Elem. School
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About Pocahontas Upper Elem. School
Pocahontas Upper Elem. School is a public middle school in Pocahontas, AR, part of POCAHONTAS SCHOOL DISTRICT. Pocahontas Upper Elem.
School serves approximately 432 students, and covers grades 4th-6th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Pocahontas Upper Elem. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,013 of 1,036 schools in AR.
Structured state assessment records for Pocahontas Upper Elem. School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.3
- AR avg 6.9
Score Breakdown
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Pocahontas Upper Elem. School — Students at Pocahontas Upper Elem. School score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AR ATLAS (2024-25)
Based on 37 test records from AR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.1/10.
How Pocahontas Upper Elem. School Compares
See how Pocahontas Upper Elem. School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2301 N PARK, Pocahontas, AR 72455
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pocahontas Upper Elem. School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. DONIPHAN MIDDLE (rated 7.3/10, 25.5 miles away, in nearby Doniphan), which scores notably higher. Additionally, POCAHONTAS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 3.4/10, 0.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Pocahontas, see our Pocahontas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 25.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| POCAHONTAS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Pocahontas | 0.1 mi | 3.4 |
| POCAHONTAS HIGH SCHOOL Pocahontas | 0.2 mi | 6.4 |
| POCAHONTAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pocahontas | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| ST PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Pocahontas | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| MAYNARD HIGH SCHOOL Maynard | 10.7 mi | 7.6 |
| MAYNARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Maynard | 10.8 mi | 6.9 |
| IMBODEN AREA CHARTER SCHOOL Imboden | 12.1 mi | 4.6 |
| SLOAN-HENDRIX ELEM. SCHOOL Imboden | 12.5 mi | 6.0 |
| SLOAN-HENDRIX HIGH SCHOOL Imboden | 12.5 mi | 5.5 |
| WALNUT RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Walnut Ridge | 15.1 mi | 3.8 |
| WALNUT RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL Walnut Ridge | 15.1 mi | 6.4 |
| HOXIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hoxie | 15.8 mi | 4.2 |
| HOXIE HIGH SCHOOL Hoxie | 15.8 mi | 5.3 |
| RIPLEY CO. ELEM. Gatewood | 21.1 mi | 5.3 |
| RIPLEY CO. ELEM. Doniphan | 25.2 mi | 5.2 |
| WEST POINT UPC Doniphan | 24.5 mi | 5.3 |
| HILLCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lynn | 23.9 mi | 9.0 |
| DONIPHAN ELEM. Doniphan | 25.5 mi | 6.8 |
| DONIPHAN INTERMEDIATE Doniphan | 25.5 mi | 8.2 |
| DONIPHAN MIDDLE Doniphan | 25.5 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 72455 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,640
Median Home Value
$128,800
Median Rent
$690/mo
Population
13,572
College Educated
15.4%
Homeownership
70.3%
Poverty Rate
21.5%
Median Age
36.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| WEST JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL West Memphis, AR | 3.2 |
| WILSON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Malvern, AR | 3.3 |
| DUNBAR MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL Little Rock, AR | 3.4 |
| POCAHONTAS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Pocahontas, AR | 3.4 |
| MABELVALE MIDDLE SCHOOL Mabelvale, AR | 3.7 |
| TRUMANN MIDDLE SCHOOL Trumann, AR | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pocahontas Upper Elem. School
What grades does Pocahontas Upper Elem. School serve?
Pocahontas Upper Elem. School serves students in grades 4th through 6th.
How many students attend Pocahontas Upper Elem. School?
Pocahontas Upper Elem. School has an enrollment of approximately 432 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pocahontas Upper Elem. School?
The student-teacher ratio at Pocahontas Upper Elem. School is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pocahontas Upper Elem. School rank in AR?
Pocahontas Upper Elem. School ranks #1,013 of 1,036 schools in AR.
What is Pocahontas Upper Elem. School's MySchoolScout rating?
Pocahontas Upper Elem. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Pocahontas Upper Elem. School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pocahontas Upper Elem. School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Pocahontas Upper Elem. School a charter school?
No, Pocahontas Upper Elem. School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pocahontas Upper Elem. School a Title I school?
No, Pocahontas Upper Elem. School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pocahontas Upper Elem. School?
71.3% of students at Pocahontas Upper Elem. 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
- 4th – 6th
- Enrollment
- 432
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Randolph County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.5%
- Phone
- (870) 892-4573
Resources & Links
District
POCAHONTAS SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,966
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,423
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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