West Memphis School District


Summary:

The West Memphis School District in Arkansas serves 9 schools, including 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school. The district faces significant challenges, with all schools serving predominantly economically disadvantaged student populations and struggling to meet state academic standards.

Richland Elementary School stands out as the highest-performing school in the district, with the strongest proficiency rates across all subject areas. In contrast, Faulk Elementary, Jackson/Wonder Elementary, and Maddux Elementary are the lowest-performing schools, with proficiency rates well below district and state averages.

The data reveals stark disparities in academic performance within the district, despite high levels of economic disadvantage across all schools. Factors such as school leadership, teaching practices, and targeted interventions appear to play a critical role in driving student success. Addressing the challenges faced by the West Memphis School District will likely require a comprehensive approach, including increased funding, improved instructional quality, and strengthened family and community engagement.

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District Detail

 301 S Avalon
West Memphis, AR 72301

 (870) 735-1915

SchoolDigger Rank:
232nd of 252 Arkansas districts

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Grades served: PK, KG-12
Students: 4,752

Primary Schools: 6
Middle Schools: 2
High Schools: 1
Alternative Schools: 0
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Arkansas Division of Elementary and Secondary Education.

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