PARAGOULD HIGH SCHOOL

PARAGOULD SCHOOL DISTRICT
1701 W COURT ST
PARAGOULD, AR 72450
870 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
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.
870
Total Students
82.4
Full-Time Teachers
10.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
101.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    672 (77.2 %)
  • Hispanic
    81 (9.3 %)
  • Black
    62 (7.1 %)
  • Two or More
    25 (2.9 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    22 (2.5 %)
  • Asian
    6 (0.7 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: PARAGOULD SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone: (870)236-7744
Website: http://paragould.k12.ar.us
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 870
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 82.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 10.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 881
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 9 231
Grade 10 243
Grade 11 222
Grade 12 174
Gender Ratio
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)
GREENE CO. TECH HIGH SCHOOL
GREENE CO. TECH SCHOOL DIST.
798 Students
5201 W KINGSHIGHWAY
PARAGOULD, AR 72450 (3.6 miles away)
High School 7th - 12th