Serving 238 students in grades 6-8, Sandy River 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 40% (which is equal to 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.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 238 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sandy River Middle School's student population of 238 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
238 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sandy River 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 Sandy River Middle School is 0.00, 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
#454 out of 629 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
100%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandy River Middle School's ranking?
Sandy River Middle School is ranked #454 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 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% WV state average).
How many students attend Sandy River Middle School?
238 students attend Sandy River Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Sandy River Middle School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sandy River Middle School?
Sandy River Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sandy River Middle School offer ?
Sandy River Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Sandy River Middle School part of?
Sandy River Middle School is part of Mcdowell County Schools School District.
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