Serving 213 students in grades 7-12, West Side High School ranks in the top 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 213 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Side High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Higden, AR, covering approximately 181.4 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 11.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Side High School's student population of 213 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
213 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1949
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Side High School ranks within the top 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Side High School is 0.04, 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
#454 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
15%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 22-year historical data
White
98%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (16-17)
15%
9%
Showing 2007–2017. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Side High School's ranking?
West Side High School is ranked #454 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are West Side High School often compared to?
West Side High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heber Springs High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Side High School?
The graduation rate of West Side High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend West Side High School?
213 students attend West Side High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of West Side High School students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Side High School?
West Side High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Side High School offer ?
West Side High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Side High School part of?
West Side High School is part of West Side School District (Cleburne).
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