Serving 297 students in grades 5-8, Philippi 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 16% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Philippi Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Philippi Middle School's student population of 297 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
297 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Philippi 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 Philippi Middle School is 0.13, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#569 out of 629 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
93%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Philippi Middle School's ranking?
Philippi Middle School is ranked #569 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% WV state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% WV state average).
How many students attend Philippi Middle School?
297 students attend Philippi Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Philippi Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Philippi Middle School?
Philippi Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Philippi Middle School offer ?
Philippi Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Philippi Middle School part of?
Philippi Middle School is part of Barbour County Board Of Education School District.
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