Serving 2,522 students in grades 9-12, Bentonville West High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,522 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bentonville West High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Bentonville West High School's student population of 2,522 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 262 teachers has grown by 56% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,522 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
262 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bentonville West High School ranks within the top 30% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bentonville West High School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#282 out of 997 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
17%
15%
Black
5%
19%
White
65%
58%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bentonville West High School's ranking?
Bentonville West High School is ranked #282 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Bentonville West High School often compared to?
Bentonville West High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bentonville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bentonville West High School?
The graduation rate of Bentonville West High School is 92%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Bentonville West High School?
2,522 students attend Bentonville West High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Bentonville West High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bentonville West High School?
Bentonville West High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bentonville West High School offer ?
Bentonville West High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bentonville West High School part of?
Bentonville West High School is part of Bentonville School District.
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