West Memphis School District
School District · West Memphis, Arkansas
Avg Rating
4.4
out of 10
Schools
9
6 elem, 2 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,096
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Avg Rating
4.4
out of 10
Schools
9
6 elem, 2 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,096
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
How this district compares
Arkansas rank
#242 of 244
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-1.8
below Arkansas avg
Per-pupil spending
$13,096
+$690 vs Arkansas median
District size
4,752 students
Much larger than Arkansas median
About West Memphis School District
West Memphis School District is a West Memphis, Arkansas school district serving 9 schools. The district educates 4,752 students with a student-teacher ratio of 12.5:1. The district invests $13,096 per student annually.
With an average rating of 4.4/10, West Memphis School District demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Wonder Junior High School, which has a composite score of 7.2/10.
In standardized testing, West Memphis School District students show an average math proficiency of 21.2% and ELA proficiency of 18.7%.
The district includes 6 elementary schools , 2 middle schools , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in West Memphis School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in West Memphis School District with test data.
Schools in West Memphis School District
9 schools Elementary Schools 6
Middle Schools 2
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Arkansas
- City
- West Memphis
- Total Enrollment
- 4,752
- Teachers (FTE)
- 380
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.4%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in West Memphis School District?
West Memphis School District has 9 schools in total — 6 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for West Memphis School District?
The average composite rating for West Memphis School District is 4.4/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in West Memphis School District?
West Memphis School District spends $13,096 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in West Memphis School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in West Memphis School District is 12.5:1.
What is the top-rated school in West Memphis School District?
Wonder Junior High School is the highest-rated school in West Memphis School District with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What are the test scores in West Memphis School District?
Across schools in West Memphis School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 21.2% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 18.7%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does West Memphis School District compare to other districts in Arkansas?
West Memphis School District has an average school rating of 4.4/10 across 9 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Arkansas by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 4.4/10
- Math Proficiency
- 21.2%
- ELA Proficiency
- 18.7%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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Compare West Memphis School District with neighboring districts in the state.
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- Sheridan School District (7)
- Paragould School District (7)
- Pine Bluff School District (7)
- Founders Classical Academies of Arkansas (7)
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Arkansas Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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