Serving 383 students in grades 3-4, Pea Ridge Intermediate School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). 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 17:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- 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 383 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
383 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Excellence in all WE do - Go HAWKS!
School Rankings
Pea Ridge Intermediate School ranks within the top 30% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pea Ridge Intermediate School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#205 out of 989 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
2%
19%
White
83%
58%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pea Ridge Intermediate School's ranking?
Pea Ridge Intermediate School is ranked #205 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% 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?
383 students attend Pea Ridge Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Pea Ridge Intermediate School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pea Ridge Intermediate School?
Pea Ridge Intermediate School has a student ration of 17:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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