WEST JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL

West Junior High School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Fayette County Public Schools school district, located in Oakland, TN with about 385 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th 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 20 teachers, West Junior High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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 is located in Oakland, Tennessee, and serves as a key educational facility within the Fayette County Public Schools district. Situated along Highway 194, the school is positioned to serve the growing community of Oakland and the surrounding areas. As a junior high, it typically focuses on the academic and social development of students during their critical middle-grade years, providing a bridge between elementary education and high school preparation.

The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes core academic subjects while encouraging student involvement in extracurricular activities. By focusing on both intellectual growth and character development, West Junior High aims to prepare its students for the challenges of secondary education. As part of a rural-to-suburban transition area, the school plays a vital role in the local community, serving as a hub for students, faculty, and families to engage in the academic success of the region's youth.

For more information, contact West Junior High School at (901) 465-0798 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.