WEST JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL

WEST JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public middle school that is part of the WEST MEMPHIS SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in WEST MEMPHIS, AR with about 466 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 9th Grade. 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 37 teachers, WEST JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

WEST JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL, located at 331 W. Barton St. in West Memphis, Arkansas, is a key academic institution within the West Memphis School District. Serving students in the middle-grade levels, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances rigorous academic instruction with the social and emotional development necessary for young adolescents. As part of a district committed to educational equity and student success, the school emphasizes preparing its students for the transition to high school through a structured curriculum and supportive classroom settings.

The school functions as an integral part of the West Memphis community, striving to engage both students and their families in the learning process. By leveraging the resources provided by the West Memphis School District (accessible via their website at wmsd.net), West Junior High focuses on closing achievement gaps and promoting a culture of high expectations. Through various extracurricular opportunities and academic programs, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded students who are prepared to meet the challenges of their future educational and professional endeavors.

For more information, contact WEST JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL at (870) 735-3161 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.