Serving 388 students in grades 6-8, Braxton County 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 9% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Braxton County Middle School's student population of 388 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Braxton County 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 Braxton County 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#595 out of 629 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
97%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Braxton County Middle School's ranking?
Braxton County Middle School is ranked #595 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?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% WV state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% WV state average).
How many students attend Braxton County Middle School?
388 students attend Braxton County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Braxton County Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Braxton County Middle School?
Braxton County Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Braxton County Middle School offer ?
Braxton County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Braxton County Middle School part of?
Braxton County Middle School is part of Braxton County Schools School District.
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