For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,215 students in 72450, AR.
The top-ranked public high schools in 72450, AR are Greene Cty Tech Junior High School, Paragould High School and Greene Cty Tech High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 72450 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Arkansas public high school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 72450, AR have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 72450 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Arkansas average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Greene Cty Tech High School, with 97% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arkansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public high school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72450, AR Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Greene Cty Tech Junior High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5207 W Kingshighway
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 215-4450
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 215-4450
Gr: 8-9 | 550 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Paragould High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1701 W Court St
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 236-7744
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 236-7744
Gr: 9-12 | 864 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Greene Cty Tech High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5201 W Kingshighway
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 215-4460
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 215-4460
Gr: 10-12 | 801 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 72450, AR?
The top-ranked public high schools in 72450, AR include Greene Cty Tech Junior High School, Paragould High School and Greene Cty Tech High School.
How many public high schools are located in 72450?
3 public high schools are located in 72450.
What is the racial composition of students in 72450?
72450 public high schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public high schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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