Serving 319 students in grades 7-8, Prairie Grove Junior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairie Grove Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Prairie Grove Junior High School's student population of 319 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
319 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Prairie Grove Junior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prairie Grove Junior High School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#275 out of 997 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
2%
19%
White
81%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairie Grove Junior High School's ranking?
Prairie Grove Junior High School is ranked #275 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Prairie Grove Junior High School?
319 students attend Prairie Grove Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Prairie Grove Junior High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Prairie Grove Junior High School?
Prairie Grove Junior High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prairie Grove Junior High School offer ?
Prairie Grove Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Prairie Grove Junior High School part of?
Prairie Grove Junior High School is part of Prairie Grove School District.
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