FAULK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

FAULK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the WEST MEMPHIS SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in WEST MEMPHIS, AR with about 632 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 39 teachers, FAULK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

FAULK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located at 908 Vanderbilt in West Memphis, Arkansas, is a public educational institution serving the local community within the West Memphis School District. As a primary school, it focuses on establishing a strong academic foundation for students in their formative years, emphasizing core curriculum subjects alongside social and emotional development. The school operates under the mission of the district to provide equitable learning opportunities that prepare students for future academic success.

The school benefits from being part of a larger district framework, which allows it to leverage shared resources, professional development for staff, and district-wide educational initiatives. Parents and community members can access ongoing updates regarding school policies, academic calendars, and district news through the official website at [wmsd.net](http://wmsd.net). By prioritizing a supportive and structured environment, Faulk Elementary aims to foster a positive school culture where students can grow, learn, and engage with their peers and educators effectively.

For more information, contact FAULK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (870) 735-5252 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

908 VANDERBILT
WEST MEMPHIS, AR 72301
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FAULK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in WEST MEMPHIS, AR with about 632 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Arkansas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
632
Teachers:
39.1
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 632 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending FAULK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 93% of the student body.

Black or African American
92.7%
White
3.8%
Two or more races
2.4%
Hispanic/Latino
1.1%

Female
48.1%
Male
51.9%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.