What grades does WESTSIDE HIGH SCHOOL serve?

As a High school, WESTSIDE HIGH SCHOOL serves students in JONESBORO, AR. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is WESTSIDE HIGH SCHOOL located?

You can find WESTSIDE HIGH SCHOOL in JONESBORO, AR.

What is the student-teacher ratio at WESTSIDE HIGH SCHOOL?

At WESTSIDE HIGH SCHOOL, there are approximately 12.4 students for every teacher.

What schools are in JONESBORO, AR?

WESTSIDE HIGH SCHOOL is among the schools serving JONESBORO, AR. The school is part of the local school system.

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Westside High School — School Calendar 2026-27

High|JONESBORO, Arkansas|WESTSIDE CONS. SCH DIST(CRAIGH

JONESBORO, AR 72404

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Upcoming Events

Oct

Thu

Teacher/Staff Contracted PLC-CTM-Work TimeStaff DayDistrict-wide

Review the school calendar for details on this instructional day.

Oct

Thu

Early School Release @ 12:05pmhalf_dayDistrict-wide

Oct

Tue

WHS Band Region Marching Assessment @ ParagouldexamDistrict-wide

Nov

Tue

WHS ASVAB TestingexamDistrict-wide

Nov

Mon

NO SCHOOL - Professional Development Days #2 & #3Staff DayDistrict-wide

No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.

Nov

Wed

Thanksgiving Break - School ClosedBreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

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School Profile

Grades

8–12

Enrollment

694

Student:Teacher

12.4:1

Locale

Rural

District

WESTSIDE CONS. SCH DIST(CRAIGH

Econ. Disadvantaged

49.3%

Phone

(870)935-7501

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

34%

41th percentile in AR

Math Proficiency

22%

20th percentile in AR

Graduation Rate

90-94%

Chronic Absenteeism

9.4%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

3 courses offered

50 students enrolled

Gifted & Talented

37 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

14 students enrolled

Athletics

7 sports, 7 teams

305 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 11.5:1

Near average in AR

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

662

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

56.2

100% fully certified

Counselors

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$10,800

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$6,357

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$12,299

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 19%State 51%Local 31%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$199,789

+3.2% 1yr+28.2% 5yr

Jonesboro, AR metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

29.7%

Below 150% poverty line

6.0%

Unemployment rate

8.6%

Uninsured residents

10.0%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

323

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

323

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

47%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Other Health Impairment

105 (33%)

Specific Learning Disability

91 (28%)

Speech/Language Impairment

66 (20%)

Autism

44 (14%)

Intellectual Disability

13 (4%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

647

Current enrollment

Stable(-2% 5yr)

Coming Up

Thu, Oct 15, 2026

Teacher/Staff Contracted PLC-CTM-Work Time

Review the school calendar for details on this instructional day.

Staff Day

Thu, Oct 15, 2026

Early School Release @ 12:05pm

half_day

Tue, Oct 20, 2026

WHS Band Region Marching Assessment @ Paragould

exam

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in WESTSIDE CONS. SCH DIST(CRAIGH. Westside High School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day - NO SCHOOLDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for complete holiday break dates.	Holiday	—
Tue, Sep 15, 2026	XC - Josh Park Memorial - Heber Springs High SchoolDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Thu, Oct 15, 2026	Teacher/Staff Contracted PLC-CTM-Work TimeDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for details on this instructional day.	Staff Day	—
Thu, Oct 15, 2026	Early School Release @ 12:05pmDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Tue, Oct 20, 2026	WHS Band Region Marching Assessment @ ParagouldDistrict-wide	exam	—
Tue, Nov 3, 2026	WHS ASVAB TestingDistrict-wide	exam	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	NO SCHOOL - Professional Development Days #2 & #3District-wide No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.	Staff Day	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving Break - School ClosedDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Break	—
Thu, Dec 3, 2026	Choir - Christmas Concert @ FACDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Sat, Dec 12, 2026	WES PTO Breakfast with Santa @ WES CafeteriaDistrict-wide	Break	—
Tue, Dec 15, 2026	WHS Band - Christmas Concert - FACDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	No School - Christmas BreakDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	No School - Required Professional Day #5District-wide	Staff Day	—
Tue, Jan 5, 2027	Students Return from BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	No School - MLK, Jr DayDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Thu, Feb 18, 2027	Parent/Teacher Conferences District-wide Check the conference notice for scheduling details and sign-up information.	Staff Day	—
Thu, Feb 18, 2027	Early School ReleaseDistrict-wide Teacher/Staff Contracted PLC-CTM-Work Time 12:05-3:30	half_day	—
Fri, Feb 19, 2027	No School - Professional Dev. Exchange Day #4District-wide	Staff Day	—
Thu, Feb 25, 2027	WHS Band - Pre-Assessment Concert @ FACDistrict-wide	exam	—
Thu, Mar 11, 2027	WHS Band - Concert Assessment @ JonesboroDistrict-wide	exam	—
Mon, Mar 22, 2027	No School - Spring BreakDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for complete spring break dates.	Break	—
Fri, Apr 16, 2027	No School - Professional Dev. Exchange Day #5/Snow Day Makeup #3District-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	School Closed for Memorial DayDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—