Greenland School District

The Greenland School District is a small, unified district in Arkansas serving 747 students across three schools: Greenland Elementary School (K-4), Greenland Middle School (5-8), and Greenland High School (9-12). The district is ranked 111th out of 251 in Arkansas, earning a 3-star rating, and is characterized by an extremely high rate of economic disadvantage, with over 98% of elementary and middle school students qualifying for free or reduced lunch.

Greenland Middle School stands out as the district's top performer, particularly in advanced math and science. Its 8th-grade Algebra proficiency rate of 86.6% far exceeds the state average of 36.9%, and its overall Science proficiency of 51.1% is well above the state norm. The 5th-grade cohort is especially strong, outperforming state averages in every subject. In contrast, Greenland High School is the most improved school, jumping from a 1-star to a 3-star rating and climbing 107 places in state rankings. Its Biology proficiency rate of 58.2% crushes the state average of 42.7%, though its graduation rate of 87.5% lags slightly behind the state's 90.1%. Greenland Elementary School provides a stable foundation, showing consistent improvement over three years, but a notable drop in 4th-grade performance suggests a transition challenge that the middle school effectively addresses.

A key takeaway is the district's ability to achieve strong results despite high poverty, with the middle school delivering exceptional efficiency at the lowest per-pupil spending ($13,684). However, a critical gap exists in the Algebra pipeline: while middle school students excel, high school Algebra proficiency is only 21.6%, indicating a need to better retain advanced math skills. Overall, the district is on the rise, with all three schools improving their rankings and star ratings in the 2025-2026 school year, making it a compelling choice for families seeking a resilient and improving educational environment.