West Fork High School is a secondary school in West Fork, Arkansas, United States. The school is the only secondary school serving grades 9 through 12. It is one of ten public high schools in Washington County and the sole high school administered by the West Fork School District.
Serving 264 students in grades 9-12, West Fork High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Fork High School's attendance zone covers the entire West Fork school district, encompassing approximately 131.4 square miles. Families in this area can expect a typical drive to the school of about 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located nearly 17 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Fork High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Fork High School's student population of 264 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has grown by 54% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
264 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Where Students Are Learning for Life!
School Rankings
West Fork High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Fork High School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#778 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.7%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Tiger
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Fork High School's ranking?
West Fork High School is ranked #778 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are West Fork High School often compared to?
West Fork High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenland High School, Prairie Grove High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Fork High School?
The graduation rate of West Fork High School is 95%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend West Fork High School?
264 students attend West Fork High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of West Fork High School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Fork High School?
West Fork High School has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Fork High School offer ?
West Fork High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Fork High School part of?
West Fork High School is part of West Fork School District.
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