Marion Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School vs West Junior High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Arkansas, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marion Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School
West Memphis · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
762 students
West Junior High School
West Memphis · Public middle · Grades 7–9
461 students
| Measure | Marion Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School West Memphis, Arkansas | West Junior High School West Memphis, Arkansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #487 of 511 | #160 of 211 |
| National rank | #48105 of 50,301 | #10494 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades 7–9 |
| Students | 762 | 461 |
| Enrollment | 762 | 461 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.8% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 18.1 | 11.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 21% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 36% |
| city | West Memphis | West Memphis |
| state | Arkansas | Arkansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Junior High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.8 vs 14.0).
- •West Junior High School does better on math proficiency (36% vs 22%).
- •West Junior High School does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 21%).
- •Marion Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85.8% vs 100%).
- •West Junior High School does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 18.1).
- •Marion Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School is the larger school with 762 students compared with 461.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Marion Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School better than West Junior High School?
On the Success Index (US), West Junior High School ranks higher (36.8 vs 14.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Marion Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School and West Junior High School?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between West Memphis and West Memphis in Arkansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Marion Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School: 762. West Junior High School: 461. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Marion Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School and West Junior High School rank in Arkansas?
Marion Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School is 487th of 511 and West Junior High School is 160th of 211 among elementary schools in Arkansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).