Central Preston Middle School

64 Wildcat Way
Kingwood, WV 26537
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 325 students in grades 5-8, Central Preston Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 325 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 3%
  • : Bottom 50% in WV
  • : 19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 42% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Central Preston Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Central Preston Middle School's student population of 325 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
325 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
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School Rankings

Central Preston Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 629 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Preston Middle School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.21. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (WV)
#378 out of 629 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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19%
28%
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42%
40%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
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Hispanic
1%
2%
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Black
1%
4%
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White
97%
89%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.06
This chart display the diversity score of Central Preston Middle School and the public school average diversity score of West Virginia by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
50%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Central Preston Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in West Virginia by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Central Preston Middle School's ranking?
Central Preston Middle School is ranked #378 out of 629 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% WV state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% WV state average).
How many students attend Central Preston Middle School?
325 students attend Central Preston Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Central Preston Middle School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Preston Middle School?
Central Preston Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Preston Middle School offer ?
Central Preston Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Preston Middle School part of?
Central Preston Middle School is part of Preston County Schools School District.

School Reviews

5   8/26/2019
I like this school the teachers are nice we learn lots of things new every day and free lunch.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Timothy Morris

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 325 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 3%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 42% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

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