WEST JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
507 Students
Middle School 7th - 9th
School Overview
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.
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.
507
Total Students
40.2
Full-Time Teachers
12.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
90.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 158 |
| Hispanic | 18 |
| Black | 320 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More | 9 |
| American Indian | 1 |
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Black320 (63.1 %)
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White158 (31.2 %)
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Hispanic18 (3.6 %)
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Two or More9 (1.8 %)
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Asian1 (0.2 %)
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American Indian1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | WEST MEMPHIS SCHOOL DISTRICT |
| Phone: | (870)735-3161 |
| Website: | http://wmsd.net |
| Grade Range: | 7th - 9th |
| Total Students: | 507 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 40.2 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 12.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 461 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 7
173
Grade 8
168
Grade 9
166
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 7 | 173 |
| Grade 8 | 168 |
| Grade 9 | 166 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 229 | 45.2% |
| Male | 278 | 54.8% |
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