Excellent
#12 of 1,036 schools in AR
Top 1% in state
Prairie Grove Junior High School
Middle School · PRAIRIE GROVE SCHOOL DISTRICT
824 NORTH MACK ST, Prairie Grove, AR 72753
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2020-2025; directory SY 2023–24
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- School Scout rating
- 9.2/10 (Excellent) is a school evidence signal, not a family-fit score.
- Assessment evidence
- Loaded structured records show math 44% and ELA 44%; compare the source periods before relying on them.
- Location context
- Prairie Grove Junior High School is listed in PRAIRIE GROVE SCHOOL DISTRICT; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
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Score Breakdown
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Prairie Grove Junior High School — Students at Prairie Grove Junior High School score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
35.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test ScoresAR ATLAS (SY 2024–25)
Based on 12 test records from AR state assessments.About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 10.0/10.
Nearby alternatives
Nearby verified-grade options
0 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available
No verified same-level alternatives
The available nearby set has no same-level school with a verified grade span.
Neighborhood Context
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Location
824 NORTH MACK ST, Prairie Grove, AR 72753
NeighborhoodU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 72753; this is area context, not an attendance boundary. · Data sources
Median Income
$64,701
Median Home Value
$227,900
Median Rent
$911/mo
Population
10,425
College Educated
20.3%
Homeownership
71.5%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
15.1%
Median Age
34
Quick FactsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 319
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 35.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Washington County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 0.0%
- Phone
- (479) 846-4221
About Prairie Grove Junior High School
Prairie Grove Junior High School is a public middle school in Prairie Grove, AR, part of PRAIRIE GROVE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Prairie Grove Junior High School serves approximately 319 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Prairie Grove Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #12 of 1,036 schools in AR.
Structured state assessment records for Prairie Grove Junior High School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Resources & Links
District
PRAIRIE GROVE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,216
- Schools in District
- 4
- District spending per student
- $9,989NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 9.3%Census SAIPE · 2024
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Prairie Grove Junior High School
What grades does Prairie Grove Junior High School serve?
Prairie Grove Junior High School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Prairie Grove Junior High School?
Prairie Grove Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 319 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Prairie Grove Junior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Prairie Grove Junior High School is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Prairie Grove Junior High School rank in AR?
Prairie Grove Junior High School ranks #12 of 1,036 schools in AR.
What is Prairie Grove Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Prairie Grove Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 Prairie Grove Junior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Prairie Grove Junior High School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).
Is Prairie Grove Junior High School a charter school?
No, Prairie Grove Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Prairie Grove Junior High School a Title I school?
No, Prairie Grove Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Prairie Grove Junior High School?
35.1% of students at Prairie Grove Junior High 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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