Serving 374 students in grades 3-4, Pea Ridge Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pea Ridge Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Pea Ridge Intermediate School's student population of 374 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
Total Students
374 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pea Ridge Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pea Ridge Intermediate School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#300 out of 997 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
3%
19%
White
86%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pea Ridge Intermediate School's ranking?
Pea Ridge Intermediate School is ranked #300 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Pea Ridge Intermediate School often compared to?
Pea Ridge Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Apple Glen Elementary School, Janie Darr Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Pea Ridge Intermediate School?
374 students attend Pea Ridge Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Pea Ridge Intermediate School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pea Ridge Intermediate School?
Pea Ridge Intermediate School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pea Ridge Intermediate School offer ?
Pea Ridge Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-4
What school district is Pea Ridge Intermediate School part of?
Pea Ridge Intermediate School is part of Pea Ridge School District.
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