What grades does Western Middle School for the Arts serve?

As a Middle school, Western Middle School for the Arts serves students in Louisville, KY. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is Western Middle School for the Arts located?

You can find Western Middle School for the Arts in Louisville, KY.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Western Middle School for the Arts?

At Western Middle School for the Arts, there are approximately 17.2 students for every teacher.

What schools are in Louisville, KY?

Western Middle School for the Arts is among the schools serving Louisville, KY. The school is part of the local school system.

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Western Middle School for the Arts — School Calendar 2026-27

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Louisville, KY 40212

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Upcoming Events

Oct

Sat

WMSA Dance Clinic for Elementary Students (grades 2-5)Event

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Oct

Sat

SHOWCASE OF SCHOOLS at Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center.Event

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Oct

Tue

WMSA SPOOKY CONCERT with Band, Orchestra, Piano/Digital Music & Dance DepartmentsEvent

Oct

Thu

WMSA MAGNET OPEN HOUSEEvent

Please join us at 5:30 p.m. for a presentation by Principal Dr. Owens Patterson as well as student performers and administrative team leaders. Tours of classrooms and application/audition insights to follow. Hope to see you there!

Nov

Mon

Non-Flex In Service Day / No SchoolEvent

Nov

Tue

ELECTION DAY / NO SCHOOLEvent

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School Profile

Grades

6–8

Enrollment

618

Student:Teacher

17.2:1

Locale

Urban

District

Jefferson County

Econ. Disadvantaged

56.1%

Phone

(502)485-8345

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

41%

47th percentile in KY

Math Proficiency

2th percentile in KY

Chronic Absenteeism

7.8%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

175 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 14.5:1

Near average in KY

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

989

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Counselors

Security Staff

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$18,200

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$9,686

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$20,891

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 16%State 36%Local 48%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$273,855

+2.5% 1yr+29.5% 5yr

Louisville, KY metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

22.6%

Below 150% poverty line

5.3%

Unemployment rate

5.3%

Uninsured residents

8.9%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

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

Total Students Served

13,604

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

12,273

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Other Health Impairment

2,906 (24%)

Autism

1,850 (15%)

Specific Learning Disability

1,826 (15%)

Speech/Language Impairment

1,721 (14%)

Intellectual Disability

1,706 (14%)

Emotional Disturbance

579 (5%)

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

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

665

Current enrollment

Stable(-0% 5yr)

Coming Up

Sat, Oct 17, 2026

WMSA Dance Clinic for Elementary Students (grades 2-5)

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Event

Sat, Oct 24, 2026

SHOWCASE OF SCHOOLS at Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center.

Please confirm start and end times closer to the event. We hope to see you there!

Event

Tue, Oct 27, 2026

WMSA SPOOKY CONCERT with Band, Orchestra, Piano/Digital Music & Dance Departments

Event

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Jefferson County. Western Middle School for the Arts follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Tue, Sep 1, 2026	CERT TestingDistrict-wide Stay focused and do your best!	exam	—
Wed, Sep 2, 2026	CERT TestingDistrict-wide Stay focused and do your best!	exam	—
Thu, Sep 3, 2026	CERT TestingDistrict-wide Stay focused and do your best!	exam	—
Tue, Sep 29, 2026	JCPS FALL BREAK - NO SCHOOL	Event	—
Wed, Sep 30, 2026	JCPS FALL BREAK - NO SCHOOL	Event	—
Thu, Oct 1, 2026	JCPS FALL BREAK - NO SCHOOL	Event	—
Fri, Oct 2, 2026	JCPS FALL BREAK - NO SCHOOL	Event	—
Sat, Oct 17, 2026	WMSA Dance Clinic for Elementary Students (grades 2-5) Click Here for Registration	Event	—
Sat, Oct 24, 2026	SHOWCASE OF SCHOOLS at Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center. Please confirm start and end times closer to the event. We hope to see you there!	Event	—
Tue, Oct 27, 2026	WMSA SPOOKY CONCERT with Band, Orchestra, Piano/Digital Music & Dance Departments	Event	—
Thu, Oct 29, 2026	WMSA MAGNET OPEN HOUSE Please join us at 5:30 p.m. for a presentation by Principal Dr. Owens Patterson as well as student performers and administrative team leaders. Tours of classrooms and application/audition insights to follow. Hope to see you there!	Event	—
Mon, Nov 2, 2026	Non-Flex In Service Day / No School	Event	—
Tue, Nov 3, 2026	ELECTION DAY / NO SCHOOL	Event	—
Thu, Nov 12, 2026	WMSA Fall Musical: Disney's NEWSIES JR. Tickets: www.HelpWesternCreate.org	Event	—
Fri, Nov 13, 2026	WMSA Fall Musical: Disney's NEWSIES JR. Tickets: www.HelpWesternCreate.org	Event	—
Sat, Nov 14, 2026	WMSA Fall Musical: Disney's NEWSIES JR. Tickets: www.HelpWesternCreate.org	Event	—