Serving 241 students in grades 5-8, West Fork Middle 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 31% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 241 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Fork Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
West Fork Middle School's student population of 241 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
241 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Fork Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Fork Middle School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#621 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
n/a
19%
White
86%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Fork Middle School's ranking?
West Fork Middle School is ranked #621 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are West Fork Middle School often compared to?
West Fork Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elkins Middle School, Prairie Grove Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend West Fork Middle School?
241 students attend West Fork Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of West Fork Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Fork Middle School?
West Fork Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Fork Middle School offer ?
West Fork Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Fork Middle School part of?
West Fork Middle School is part of West Fork School District.
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