Serving 461 students in grades 7-9, West Junior 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 14% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Junior High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in West Memphis, AR, encompassing approximately 317.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 29.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Junior High School's student population of 461 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
461 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Junior 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 Junior High School is 0.45, 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
#890 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
70%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
26%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.4%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Junior High School's ranking?
West Junior High School is ranked #890 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are West Junior High School often compared to?
West Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wonder Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend West Junior High School?
461 students attend West Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of West Junior High School students are Black, 26% of students are White, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Junior High School?
West Junior High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Junior High School offer ?
West Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Junior High School part of?
West Junior High School is part of West Memphis School District.
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