For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 972 students in 72301, AR.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72301, AR are West Junior High School and Wonder Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 72301 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 72301, AR have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72301, AR Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Junior High School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
331 W Barton
West Memphis, AR 72301
(870) 735-3161
West Memphis, AR 72301
(870) 735-3161
Gr: 7-9 | 461 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #22.
Wonder Junior High School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1405 Madison
West Memphis, AR 72301
(870) 735-8522
West Memphis, AR 72301
(870) 735-8522
Gr: 7-9 | 511 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 72301, AR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72301, AR include West Junior High School and Wonder Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 72301?
2 public middle schools are located in 72301.
What is the racial composition of students in 72301?
72301 public middle schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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