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#1714 of 1,786 schools in TN

West Junior High School

Middle School · Fayette County Public Schools

13100 Highway 194, Oakland, TN 38060

Enrollment

373

Student-Teacher

18.6:1

Score

3.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,714 of 1,786

In Oakland

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#5 of 7

Fayette County Public Schools

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West Junior High School

3.4/10

Middle School in Oakland · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Oakland Elementary

3.1/10

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4.7/10

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About West Junior High School

West Junior High School is a public middle school in Oakland, TN, part of Fayette County Public Schools. West Junior High School serves approximately 373 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio. West Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,714 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for West Junior High School show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.6
  • TN avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.89 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.1Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency11.6% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency14.6% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-27.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-26.2 pts
Overall Proficiency13% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-28.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile5th
Resources & Environment3.9Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,987
Chronic Absenteeism18%

West Junior High School — Students at West Junior High School score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 18.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 27.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 29 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
23%
ELA
36%
2010
Math
32%
ELA
40%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
31%
ELA
41%
2013
Math
24%
ELA
40%
2014
Math
35%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
14%
2017
Math
9%
ELA
18%
2018
Math
15%
ELA
16%
2019
Math
15%
ELA
16%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
10.7%
ELA
20.3%
2025
Math
11.6%
ELA
14.6%

* 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: 4.1/10.

How West Junior High School Compares

See how West Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.4/10
4th percentile in TN
Academic
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

13100 Highway 194, Oakland, TN 38060

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering West Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Arlington Middle (rated 8.1/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Arlington), which scores notably higher. Another option is East Jr. High School (rated 5.8/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Somerville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mt. Pisgah Middle/High (rated 2.4/10, 11.3 miles away, in nearby Cordova), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Oakland, see our Oakland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Oakland Elementary Oakland 1.8 mi 3.1
Southwest Elementary Macon 4.7 mi 4.7
FAYETTE ACADEMY Somerville 8.1 mi 5.1
Donelson Elementary Arlington 8.8 mi 9.0
GALLAWAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Gallaway 10.2 mi
East Jr. High School Somerville 9.9 mi 5.8
ROSSVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Rossville 11.5 mi 5.8
Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center Somerville 9.9 mi 5.7
Fayette Ware Comprehensive High School Somerville 10.1 mi 3.2
Buckley-Carpenter Elementary School Somerville 9.7 mi 6.1
Arlington High Arlington 10.0 mi 7.8
MORRIS WILSON CAMPUS SCHOOL Arlington 9.8 mi 7.2
Arlington Elementary Arlington 10.3 mi 9.3
MACON ROAD BAPTIST SCHOOL Arlington 10.1 mi 8.2
Tara Oaks Elementary School Collierville 12.0 mi 8.7
Arlington Middle Arlington 11.1 mi 8.1
Mt. Pisgah Middle/High Cordova 11.3 mi 2.4
La Grange Moscow Elementary Moscow 12.9 mi 5.3
Collierville Elementary School Collierville 13.4 mi 9.3
Crosswind Elementary School Collierville 13.1 mi 9.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38060 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,277

Median Home Value

$293,500

Median Rent

$1,478/mo

Population

12,360

College Educated

28.8%

Homeownership

86.4%

Avg Commute

37.7 min

Poverty Rate

7.3%

Median Age

42.5

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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 6th through 8th.

How many students attend West Junior High School?

West Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 373 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at West Junior High School is 18.6:1. 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 TN?

West Junior High School ranks #1,714 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is West Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

West Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
20 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
373
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Fayette County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.0%

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