THE ACADEMIES OF WEST MEMPHIS CHARTER SCHOOL

THE ACADEMIES OF WEST MEMPHIS CHARTER SCHOOL is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the WEST MEMPHIS SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in WEST MEMPHIS, AR with about 1,112 students offering grade levels from 10th Grade to 12th 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 74 teachers, THE ACADEMIES OF WEST MEMPHIS CHARTER SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

The Academies of West Memphis, located at 501 Broadway in West Memphis, Arkansas, is a prominent secondary educational institution within the West Memphis School District. As a comprehensive high school, it focuses on preparing students for post-secondary success by integrating rigorous academic coursework with specialized career and technical education pathways. By offering a diverse range of programs, the school aims to provide students with the practical skills and knowledge necessary to transition effectively into the workforce or higher education.

The institution emphasizes a culture of community and growth, utilizing its central location to serve the broader West Memphis population. Through its structured academic environment, the school encourages student engagement in both core subjects and elective programs designed to meet the evolving demands of the modern job market. For more detailed information regarding their current curriculum, extracurricular opportunities, and district policies, interested parties can visit their official website at [wmsd.net](http://wmsd.net).

For more information, contact THE ACADEMIES OF WEST MEMPHIS CHARTER SCHOOL at (870) 735-3660 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

501 BROADWAY
WEST MEMPHIS, AR 72301
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THE ACADEMIES OF WEST MEMPHIS CHARTER SCHOOL is a public Title I Charter school in WEST MEMPHIS, AR with about 1,112 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Arkansas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
Yes
STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION
CHARTER REVIEW PANEL
Total Students:
1,112
Teachers:
74.49
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:
Supplemental Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th 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 1,112 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending THE ACADEMIES OF WEST MEMPHIS CHARTER SCHOOL is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 80% of the student body.

Black or African American
80.0%
White
18.7%
Hispanic/Latino
0.6%
Asian
0.3%
Two or more races
0.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%

Female
50.8%
Male
49.2%

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.