Serving 200 students in grades 6-8, Wheeling Middle School ranks in the top 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 25-29% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wheeling Middle School serves the southwest part of Wheeling, WV, covering an area of approximately 8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.6 miles to the school's edge, reaching up to 3.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wheeling Middle School's student population of 200 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
200 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1990
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wheeling Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wheeling Middle School is 0.52, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#272 out of 617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
3%
Black
16%
4%
White
67%
87%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wheeling Middle School's ranking?
Wheeling Middle School is ranked #272 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Wheeling Middle School often compared to?
Wheeling Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Triadelphia Middle School, Bridge Street Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Wheeling Middle School?
200 students attend Wheeling Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Wheeling Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wheeling Middle School?
Wheeling Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wheeling Middle School offer ?
Wheeling Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wheeling Middle School part of?
Wheeling Middle School is part of Ohio County Schools.
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