Serving 507 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 13% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). 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 13:1 is equal to the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 507 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
West Junior High School's student population of 507 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
507 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Junior High 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 Junior High School is 0.51, 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
#892 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
63%
19%
White
31%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
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 #892 out of 997 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, East Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% 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?
507 students attend West Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of West Junior High School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Junior High School?
West Junior High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Junior High School offer ?
West Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9 (offers virtual instruction).
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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