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#63 of 1,036 schools in AR

Top 6% in state

Bentonville West High School

High School · BENTONVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT

1351 GAMBLE, Centerton, AR 72719

Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2016-2025; directory SY 2023–24

Decision summary

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School Scout rating
8.5/10 (Excellent) is a school evidence signal, not a family-fit score.
Assessment evidence
Loaded structured records show math 42% and ELA 56%; compare the source periods before relying on them.
Location context
Bentonville West High School is listed in BENTONVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.

Caveat

School evidence does not establish family fit by itself.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data8
Annual Change-1.12 pts/yr
Data Period2016–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38.2% (2025 ATLAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49.5% (2025 ATLAS)
Math vs. State Avg+11.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+18.4 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2025 ATLAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2025 ATLAS)
vs. Expected-6.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
College Readiness8.7Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate93%
AP Participation26.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, district spending per student, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.7:1
District spending per student$12,377
Chronic Absenteeism17.7%

Bentonville West High School — Students at Bentonville West High School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

20.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test ScoresAR ATLAS (SY 2024–25)

Math Proficiency41.5%(multi-year average, 2016-2025)
School
State
16.1%(2025 ATLAS)
ELA Proficiency55.8%(multi-year average, 2016-2025)
School
State
32.7%(2025 ATLAS)

Based on 22 test records from AR state assessments.About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2016
Math
38%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
59%
2018
Math
48%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
48%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
53%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
53%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
55%
2025
Math
38.2%
ELA
49.6%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.5/10.

Nearby alternatives

Nearby verified-grade options

4 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available

  1. Life Way Christian School

    Potential private option; tuition and admission requirements have not been verified.

    Distance
    1.4 mi
    Enrollment
    397
  2. Founders Classical Academies of Arkansas High School Rogers

    Potential charter option; enrollment requirements have not been verified.

    Distance
    4.0 mi
    Enrollment
    238
  3. Founders Classical Academy High School Online

    Potential charter option; enrollment requirements have not been verified.

    Distance
    4.0 mi
    Enrollment
    32
  4. Bentonville High School

    Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.

    Distance
    Not available
    Enrollment
    3,424

Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25Somewhat Bikeable

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Location

1351 GAMBLE, Centerton, AR 72719

NeighborhoodU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)

ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 72719; this is area context, not an attendance boundary. · Data sources

Median Income

$111,250

Median Home Value

$283,300

Median Rent

$1,432/mo

Population

18,896

College Educated

39.4%

Homeownership

62.6%

Avg Commute

22.6 min

Poverty Rate

4.8%

Median Age

31.8

Quick FactsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,522
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
261
Free/Reduced Lunch
20.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Benton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.7%
4-Year Graduation
93.0%

About Bentonville West High School

Bentonville West High School is a public high school in Centerton, AR, part of BENTONVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Bentonville West High School serves approximately 2,522 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Bentonville West High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #63 of 1,036 schools in AR.

Structured state assessment records for Bentonville West High School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).

What's said publicly about Bentonville West High School

Sources:Wikipedia

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated April 2026.

Bentonville West High School is a public high school serving students in grades nine through twelve, located in Centerton, Arkansas 2. Established in 2016, it is one of two high schools within the Bentonville School District 2. During the 2021-2022 academic year, the school had an enrollment of 2,158 students 2. The campus features a football stadium that required approximately $3.7 million to construct 2.
Sources (1)
  1. en.wikipedia.org
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Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
20%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
261 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4AP courses offered
26.6% participation·State avg: 2.5 AP courses·CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22
Athletics22sports offered
11 boys'·11 girls'·37 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22
Advanced STEM Courses5of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22
Gifted & Talented ProgramAvailable
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students.·CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22

District

BENTONVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
19,137
Schools in District
24
District spending per student
$12,377NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
District child poverty rate
5.0%Census SAIPE · 2024
District Rank
#7 of 24

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bentonville West High School

What grades does Bentonville West High School serve?

Bentonville West High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Bentonville West High School?

Bentonville West High School has an enrollment of approximately 2,522 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bentonville West High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bentonville West High School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bentonville West High School rank in AR?

Bentonville West High School ranks #63 of 1,036 schools in AR.

What is Bentonville West High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bentonville West High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Bentonville West High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bentonville West High School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).

Is Bentonville West High School a charter school?

No, Bentonville West High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bentonville West High School a Title I school?

No, Bentonville West High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bentonville West High School?

20.1% of students at Bentonville West High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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