PARAGOULD HIGH SCHOOL

PARAGOULD HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the PARAGOULD SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in PARAGOULD, AR with about 912 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 71 teachers, PARAGOULD HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

PARAGOULD HIGH SCHOOL, located at 1701 W. Court St. in Paragould, Arkansas, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Paragould School District. The school is committed to providing a comprehensive academic experience for its students, balancing a rigorous curriculum with various extracurricular opportunities. As part of a district focused on community involvement and student development, the high school strives to prepare its graduates for success in higher education, the workforce, or military service through a variety of core subjects, elective courses, and vocational programs.

In addition to its academic offerings, PARAGOULD HIGH SCHOOL places a strong emphasis on school spirit and student engagement. The school supports a robust athletic program, competitive clubs, and arts initiatives that foster a well-rounded educational environment. By maintaining a connection to the surrounding community and utilizing the resources provided by the Paragould School District, the institution aims to nurture personal growth and academic achievement within a supportive and collaborative campus culture. Further information regarding school policies, academic calendars, and district news can be found on their official website.

For more information, contact PARAGOULD HIGH SCHOOL at (870) 236-7744 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1701 W COURT ST
PARAGOULD, AR 72450
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PARAGOULD HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in PARAGOULD, AR with about 912 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Arkansas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
912
Teachers:
71.95
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Supplemental Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 912 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending PARAGOULD HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 86% of the student body.

White
86.0%
Black or African American
5.5%
Hispanic/Latino
4.4%
Two or more races
2.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
1.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.5%
Asian
0.1%

Female
49.7%
Male
50.3%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.