West Memphis School District
School District · West Memphis, Arkansas
Avg Rating
4.0
out of 10
Schools
9
6 elem, 2 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,096
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Avg Rating
4.0
out of 10
Schools
9
6 elem, 2 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,096
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Evaluating West Memphis School District?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge West Memphis School District as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
The Academies of West Memphis Charter School
West Memphis · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Jackson/wonder Elementary School
West Memphis · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Wonder Junior High School
West Memphis · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Arkansas rank
#241 of 244
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-2.3
below Arkansas avg
Per-pupil spending
$13,096
+$690 vs Arkansas median
District size
4,752 students
Much larger than Arkansas median
The short answer
West Memphis School District ranks #241 of 244 Arkansas districts by overall school rating. West Memphis School District's schools with real test data average 4.0/10 across 9 schools. Its top-rated schools are The Academies of West Memphis Charter School (7.3/10), Jackson/wonder Elementary School (6.1/10), and Wonder Junior High School (5.0/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in West Memphis School District
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (9 of 9). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Academies of West Memphis Charter School | 7.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Jackson/wonder Elementary School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Wonder Junior High School | 5.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Richland Elementary School | 4.7 / 10 |
| 5 | West Junior High School | 3.2 / 10 |
| 6 | Weaver Elementary School | 2.7 / 10 |
| 7 | Bragg Elementary School | 2.4 / 10 |
| 8 | Maddux Elementary School | 2.3 / 10 |
| 9 | Faulk Elementary School | 1.9 / 10 |
See all 9 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
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 4.0/10, West Memphis School District has schools with varying levels of academic achievement.
The highest-rated school in the district is The Academies of West Memphis Charter School, which has a composite score of 7.3/10.
In standardized testing, West Memphis School District students show an average math proficiency of 35.6% and ELA proficiency of 35.5%.
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 4.0/10. 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?
The Academies of West Memphis Charter School is the highest-rated school in West Memphis School District with a composite score of 7.3/10.
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 35.6% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 35.5%. 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 4.0/10 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 blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 4.0/10
- Math Proficiency
- 35.6%
- ELA Proficiency
- 35.5%
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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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