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.
507
Total Students
40.2
Full-Time Teachers
12.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
90.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for WEST JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White158
Hispanic18
Black320
Asian1
Two or More9
American Indian1
  • Black
    320 (63.1 %)
  • White
    158 (31.2 %)
  • Hispanic
    18 (3.6 %)
  • Two or More
    9 (1.8 %)
  • Asian
    1 (0.2 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for WEST JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 7173
Grade 8168
Grade 9166
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for WEST JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female22945.2%
Male27854.8%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)