Needs Improvement
#1012 of 1,036 schools in AR
West Junior High School
Middle School · WEST MEMPHIS SCHOOL DISTRICT
801 NORTH AVALON, West Memphis, AR 72301
Enrollment
471
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
3.2
Grades
7th – 9th
Enrollment
471
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
3.2
Grades
7th – 9th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arkansas schools
#1,012 of 1,036
In West Memphis
#6 of 10
public schools
In district
#5 of 9
WEST MEMPHIS SCHOOL DISTRICT
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West Junior High School
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About West Junior High School
West Junior High School is a public middle school in West Memphis, AR, part of WEST MEMPHIS SCHOOL DISTRICT. West Junior High School serves approximately 471 students, and covers grades 7th-9th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. West Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,012 of 1,036 schools in AR.
Structured state assessment records for West Junior High School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.1
- AR avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
45% of students at West Junior High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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West Junior High School — Students at West Junior High School score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AR ATLAS (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from AR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 1.5/10.
How West Junior High School Compares
See how West Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
801 NORTH AVALON, West Memphis, AR 72301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering West Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. WONDER JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Memphis Scholars Raleigh-Egypt (rated 4.8/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Memphis), which scores notably higher. For more schools in West Memphis, see our West Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 72301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,932
Median Home Value
$119,100
Median Rent
$848/mo
Population
24,182
College Educated
14.8%
Homeownership
45.4%
Avg Commute
20.1 min
Poverty Rate
26.9%
Median Age
34.7
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| POCAHONTAS UPPER ELEM. SCHOOL Pocahontas, AR | 3.2 |
| WILSON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Malvern, AR | 3.3 |
| DUNBAR MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL Little Rock, AR | 3.4 |
| POCAHONTAS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Pocahontas, AR | 3.4 |
| MABELVALE MIDDLE SCHOOL Mabelvale, AR | 3.7 |
| TRUMANN MIDDLE SCHOOL Trumann, AR | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about West Junior High School
What grades does West Junior High School serve?
West Junior High School serves students in grades 7th through 9th.
How many students attend West Junior High School?
West Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 471 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at West Junior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at West Junior High School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does West Junior High School rank in AR?
West Junior High School ranks #1,012 of 1,036 schools in AR.
What is West Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
West Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 West Junior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, West Junior High School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is West Junior High School a charter school?
No, West Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is West Junior High School a Title I school?
No, West Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for West Junior High School?
100.0% of students at West Junior 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 9th
- Enrollment
- 471
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Crittenden County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.4%
- Phone
- (870) 735-3161
Resources & Links
District
WEST MEMPHIS SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 4,752
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,096
- District Rank
- #5 of 9
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