For the 2024-25 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 4,142 students in 72450, AR.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 72450, AR are Woodrow Wilson Elem. School, Greene Co. Tech Interm. School and Oak Grove Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72450 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72450, AR have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 72450, AR Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Woodrow Wilson Elem. School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
900 W Emerson St
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 236-6177
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 236-6177
Grades: 2-4
| 240 students
Rank: #22.
Greene Co. Tech Interm. School
Magnet School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5205 W Kingshighway
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 215-4440
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 215-4440
Grades: 6-9
| 548 students
Rank: #33.
Oak Grove Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5097 Hwy 135 N
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 586-0483
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 586-0483
Grades: 5-6
| 512 students
Rank: #44.
Greene Cty Tech Intermediate
Magnet School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5205 W Kingshighway
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 215-4440
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 215-4440
Grades: 4-10
| 529 students
Rank: #55.
Greene Cty Tech Elem. School
Magnet School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5203 W Kingshighway
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 215-4430
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 215-4430
Grades: 2-6
| 495 students
Rank: #66.
Oak Grove Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5027 Hwy 135 N
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 586-0439
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 586-0439
Grades: 2-4
| 249 students
Rank: #77.
Baldwin Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
612 W Mueller St
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 236-6369
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 236-6369
Grades: 2-4
| 203 students
Rank: n/an/a
Greene Co. Tech Primary School
Magnet School
1300 S Rockingchair
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 215-4420
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 215-4420
Grades: PK-2
| 704 students
Rank: n/an/a
Paragould Primary School
Magnet School
1510 Country Club Rd
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 236-5811
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 236-5811
Grades: PK-1
| 662 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 72450, AR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 72450, AR include Woodrow Wilson Elem. School, Greene Co. Tech Interm. School and Oak Grove Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72450?
9 public elementary schools are located in 72450.
What is the racial composition of students in 72450?
72450 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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