For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 2,042 students in 72301, AR.
The top ranked public high schools in 72301, AR are Wonder Junior High School, West Junior High School and The Academies Of West Memphis Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 72301 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Arkansas public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 39% statewide average). High schools in 72301, AR have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 72301 have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is less than the Arkansas average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is The Academies Of West Memphis Charter School, with 86% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arkansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public high school average of 40% (majority Black).
Best 72301, AR Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wonder Junior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1401 Madison St
West Memphis, AR 72301
(870) 735-8522
West Memphis, AR 72301
(870) 735-8522
Grades: 7-9
| 320 students
Rank: #22.
West Junior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
801 North Avalon
West Memphis, AR 72301
(870) 735-3161
West Memphis, AR 72301
(870) 735-3161
Grades: 7-9
| 507 students
Rank: #33.
The Academies Of West Memphis Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
501 Broadway
West Memphis, AR 72301
(870) 735-3660
West Memphis, AR 72301
(870) 735-3660
Grades: 10-12
| 952 students
Rank: #44.
East Junior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1151 Goodwin St
West Memphis, AR 72301
(870) 735-2081
West Memphis, AR 72301
(870) 735-2081
Grades: 7-9
| 263 students
Rank: n/an/a
Arkansas State Universitymidsouth Technical Center
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
2000 W Broadway St
West Memphis, AR 72301
(870) 733-6722
West Memphis, AR 72301
(870) 733-6722
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
72301, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1402 Crestmere
West Memphis, AR 72301
(870) 735-4588
West Memphis, AR 72301
(870) 735-4588
Grades: PK-1
| 547 students
2395 Sl Henry St
West Memphis, AR 72301
(870) 735-7303
West Memphis, AR 72301
(870) 735-7303
Grades: K-6
| 303 students
Mid-south Community College Technical Center (Closed 2023)
Vocational School
2000 W Broadway St
West Memphis, AR 72301
(870) 733-6722
West Memphis, AR 72301
(870) 733-6722
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
801 S 16th St
West Memphis, AR 72301
(870) 735-4219
West Memphis, AR 72301
(870) 735-4219
Grades: PK-6
| 442 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 72301, AR?
The top ranked public high schools in 72301, AR include Wonder Junior High School, West Junior High School and The Academies Of West Memphis Charter School.
How many public high schools are located in 72301?
5 public high schools are located in 72301.
What is the racial composition of students in 72301?
72301 public high schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public high schools average of 40% (majority Black).
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