About Paragould

Significant Growth & Convenient Location – Welcome to Paragould, AR

If you’re thinking about relocating to Northeast Arkansas, Paragould, AR is a safe, small Arkansas town situated in the center of Greene County. Noted as the “Safest City in Arkansas”, Paragould is also the county seat of Greene County. Paragould offers the convenience of being located near several large metropolitan cities including Memphis, TN (90 miles), St. Louis, MO (214 miles), and Dallas, TX (475 miles). Located at the intersections of US Highway 412 and US Highway 49, this strategic location has allowed the small Arkansas hamlet of Paragould to experience significant growth recently.

Railroad Heritage

The city’s name came from a combination of two men’s last names who owned railroads that crossed through the community. The name is so unique, that it’s believed to be the only city in the world that has the name Paragould. There’s plenty to do in Paragould as the city is known for its Loose Caboose Festival which honors the strong railroad heritage of the city not to mention the beautiful scenery Crowley’s Ridge brings to the region.

Paragould Education

The Paragould school system offers children excellent educational opportunities nurtured by active parent volunteers. Working parents of Paragould benefit from the school system’s helpful before and after school care programs. Paragould offers a professional business environment and is a community that takes great pride in its educational institutions.

Economy on the Rise

In Paragould, you will find community and business leaders who have bridged the gap between their historical roots and their progressive future. It is a community that has seen the restoration of historic landmarks, such as the County Courthouse (Home of the Paragould/Greene County Chamber of Commerce) the Collins Theater, and the construction of new facilities and numerous companies and industrial investments.

Paragould Real Estate

Offering Paragould home buyers many affordable home buying choices, one can find single-family homes for sale in Paragould priced from the low $100’s to luxury homes in the mid-$300’s. Ranch style and 2-story transitional homes are the most popular architectural styles and many newer homes offer acreage as well.

Relocating to Paragould?

If you’re relocating to Northeast Arkansas, the communities of Paragould and Jonesboro offers you small-town friendliness plus the convenience of an easy commute to major cities including Little Rock and Memphis, TN. Because moving is never an easy task and frequently stress-filled, why not request your FREE Dacus Relocation Package today. It’s filled with comprehensive area and school information, moving tips. Plus, it’s jammed-packed with resources to help make your move so much easier.

Take A Look At Paragould Schools

Paragould Private Elementary/Middle Schools

ST MARYS SCHOOL

Location: 310 North Second Street

Students: 87; Grades: PK - 6

Paragould Public Elementary/Middle Schools

GREENE CO. TECH PRIMARY SCHOOL

Location: 5203 W. Kingshighway

Students: 939; Grades: KG - 03

GREENE CO. TECH INTERMIATE. SCHOOL

Location: 5205 W. Kingshighway

Students: 744; Grades: 04 – 06

GREEN CO. TECH JR. HIGH SCHOOL

Location: 5207 W. Kingshighway

Students: 471; Grades: 07 – 08

PARAGOULD JUNIOR HIGH

Location: 1701 W. Court Street

Students: 468; Grades: 07 – 08

OAK GROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL

Location: 5097 HWY. 135 North

Students: 421: Grades 05 - 06

OAK GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Location: 5027 HWY. 135 North

Students: 416; Grades: KG – 04

BALDWIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Location: 612 W. Mueller Street

Students: 307; Grades: PK – 04

WOODROW WILSON ELEM. SCHOOL

Location: 900 W. EMERSON Street

Students: 289; Grades: KG - 04

Paragould Public High Schools

GREENE CO. TECH HIGH SCHOOL

Location: 5201 W. KINGSHIGHWAY

Students: 782; Grades: 09 – 12

PARAGOULD HIGH SCHOOL

Location: 1701 W. COURT Street

Students: 774; Grades: 09 - 12

Paragould Private High School

CROWLEYS RIDGE ACADEMY

Location: 606 ACADEMY DR

Students: 408; Grades: PK - 12