What grades does PARAGOULD JUNIOR HIGH serve?

PARAGOULD JUNIOR HIGH is a Middle school serving students in PARAGOULD, AR. The school is part of PARAGOULD SCHOOL DISTRICT.

Where is PARAGOULD JUNIOR HIGH located?

PARAGOULD JUNIOR HIGH is located at PARAGOULD, AR in a town area.

What school district is PARAGOULD JUNIOR HIGH in?

PARAGOULD JUNIOR HIGH is part of PARAGOULD SCHOOL DISTRICT in AR. The district operates 7 schools.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PARAGOULD JUNIOR HIGH?

PARAGOULD JUNIOR HIGH has a student-teacher ratio of 12.6:1.

How many schools are in PARAGOULD SCHOOL DISTRICT?

PARAGOULD SCHOOL DISTRICT operates 7 schools in AR.

What schools are in PARAGOULD, AR?

PARAGOULD, AR is served by PARAGOULD SCHOOL DISTRICT. PARAGOULD JUNIOR HIGH is one of the Middle schools in the area.

What school district serves PARAGOULD, AR?

PARAGOULD SCHOOL DISTRICT serves PARAGOULD, AR with 7 schools. PARAGOULD JUNIOR HIGH is one of the schools in this district.

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PARAGOULD JUNIOR HIGH — School Calendar 2026-27

Middle|PARAGOULD, Arkansas|PARAGOULD SCHOOL DISTRICT

PARAGOULD, AR 72450

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Upcoming Events

Sep

Mon

School Board MeetingEventDistrict-wide

Oct

Fri

HomecomingEventDistrict-wide

Oct

Mon

Fall Break NO SCHOOLBreakDistrict-wide

Oct

Mon

PLC Day for Staff NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTSEventDistrict-wide

Oct

Mon

School Board MeetingEventDistrict-wide

Nov

Mon

School Board MeetingEventDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

7–8

Enrollment

468

Student:Teacher

12.6:1

Locale

Town

District

PARAGOULD SCHOOL DISTRICT

Econ. Disadvantaged

100.0%

Phone

(870)236-7744

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

39%

57th percentile in AR

Math Proficiency

38%

53th percentile in AR

Chronic Absenteeism

35.2%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

43 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 9.5:1

Better than average in AR

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

494

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

98% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

0.14

Social Workers

0.14

Nurses

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$11,979

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$6,834

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$14,018

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 23%State 49%Local 29%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$186,389

-0.5% 1yr+25.0% 5yr

Paragould, AR metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

28.6%

Below 150% poverty line

7.5%

Unemployment rate

9.1%

Uninsured residents

12.0%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

684

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

650

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Speech/Language Impairment

227 (35%)

Specific Learning Disability

127 (20%)

Other Health Impairment

121 (19%)

Intellectual Disability

114 (18%)

Autism

43 (7%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

512

Current enrollment

Stable(+6% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Sep 14, 2026

School Board Meeting

Event

Fri, Oct 2, 2026

Homecoming

Event

Mon, Oct 5, 2026

Fall Break NO SCHOOL

Break

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in PARAGOULD SCHOOL DISTRICT. PARAGOULD JUNIOR HIGH follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Thu, Sep 3, 2026	Parent/Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Sep 4, 2026	PLC Day for Staff NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTSDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Sep 14, 2026	School Board MeetingDistrict-wide	Event	—
Fri, Oct 2, 2026	HomecomingDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Oct 5, 2026	Fall Break NO SCHOOLDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	PLC Day for Staff NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTSDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	School Board MeetingDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Nov 9, 2026	School Board MeetingDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving Break NO SCHOOL District-wide	Break	—
Mon, Nov 30, 2026	PLC Day for Staff NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTSDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Dec 14, 2026	School Board MeetingDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter Break NO SCHOOLDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	PLC Day for Staff NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTSDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Jan 11, 2027	School Board MeetingDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Feb 8, 2027	School Board MeetingDistrict-wide	Event	—
Thu, Feb 11, 2027	Parent/Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Feb 12, 2027	PLC Day for Staff NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTSDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	No School President's DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Mar 8, 2027	School Board MeetingDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Mar 22, 2027	Spring Break NO SCHOOLDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	PLC Day for Staff NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTSDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Apr 12, 2027	School Board MeetingDistrict-wide	Event	—
Sat, Apr 17, 2027	PromDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, May 10, 2027	School Board MeetingDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, May 17, 2027	Graduation District-wide	Event	—
Thu, May 20, 2027	STUDENTS LAST DAY OF SCHOOLDistrict-wide	Event	—
Fri, May 21, 2027	STAFF LAST DAY OF SCHOOLDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—