Education System
Public Education
West Memphis Public School District
The West Memphis Public School District is the largest educational system in
the entire Arkansas Delta. There are eight elementary schools, three junior
highs and one high school. These schools have a combined enrollment of more
than 6,000 students. The system is fully accredited by the North Central
Association of Secondary Schools and Colleges. West Memphis Public Schools
have an “A” rating as assigned by the Arkansas Department of Education.
Contact the administration office of the West Memphis School District for
information concerning which school you child will attend:
West Memphis School District
301 South Avalon
West Memphis, AR 72301
(870) 735-1915
Private Education
West Memphis Christian School
West Memphis Christian School is pre-first thru 12th
grade.WMCS offers a strong academic program, daily chapel and a wide range of
activities for social growth. WMCS has a fully accredited state and regional
college preparatory program.
West Memphis Christian School
600 N. Missouri
West Memphis, AR 72301
(870) 735-0642
St. Michael’s Catholic School
St. Michael’s School is an elementary school with junior kindergarten through
sixth grade. The school is operated by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Little
Rock; under the direction of the Bishop.The school is subject to regulations
of the Superintendent of the Catholic Schools of Arkansas.
St. Michael’s School
405 North Missouri
West Memphis, AR 72301
(870) 735-1730
Mid-South Community College
Mid-South Community College is a public, two-year institution of higher education
with an open door admission policy serving Crittenden County and the
surrounding areas with a comprehensive educational program. The College is
committed to the provision of high quality, affordable and convenient
learning opportunities consistent with identified student and community
needs.
Mid-South Community College
2000 W. Broadway
West Memphis, AR 73201
(870) 733-6722
Christian
Brothers University
Dan
Messinger
650 East Parkway South
Memphis, TN 38104
901-321-3261
Crowley’s Ridge Technical Institute
Crowley’s Ridge Technical Institute in Forrest City, Arkansas, is a leader in
providing outstanding educational training opportunities for people in
Eastern Arkansas. Every year more than 4,000 students are served in one of
the thirteen full-time, evening and part-time programs.
Crowley’s Ridge Technical Institute
P.O. Box 925
Forrest City, AR 72336
(870) 633-5411
Southern Institute of Cosmetology
The Southern Institute of Cosmetology is licensed by the Arkansas Board of
Cosmetology. It prepares students for the State Licensing examination.
The knowledge and skills gained will prepare the student for work as a
hairdresser, salon manager or salon owner.
Southern Institute of Cosmetology
103 S. Avalon
West Memphis, AR 72301
(870) 735-2800
Area Colleges and Universities
West Memphis has six colleges within easy daily commuting distance:
Arkansas State University — Jonesboro, AR
(60 miles)
Christian Brothers University — Memphis, TN
(11 miles)
East Arkansas Community College — Forrest City, AR (35 miles)
University of Memphis — Memphis, TN (16 miles)
Rhodes College — Memphis, TN (10 miles)
University of Tennessee Medical Schools — Memphis, TN (9 miles)
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