WEST RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL

West Ridge Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Ouachita Parish school district, located in West Monroe, LA with about 671 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th 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 38 teachers, West Ridge Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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 Ridge Middle School, located at 6977 Cypress Street in West Monroe, Louisiana, is a key educational institution within the Ouachita Parish School System. Serving the local community, the school focuses on the critical transitional years of early adolescence, typically catering to students in grades 6 through 8. The campus is designed to foster both academic growth and social-emotional development, providing a structured environment intended to prepare students for the rigors of high school.

Beyond its core curriculum, West Ridge Middle School emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience by offering various extracurricular activities, athletics, and clubs. These programs are intended to help students explore their interests, build leadership skills, and engage with their peers outside of the traditional classroom setting. As a significant part of the West Monroe educational landscape, the school remains committed to maintaining high academic standards and supporting the diverse needs of its student body through dedicated faculty and community involvement.

For more information, contact West Ridge Middle School at (318) 397-8444 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.