Serving 131 students in grades 6-8, Marlinton Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the West Virginia state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the West Virginia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 131 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marlinton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Marlinton Middle School's student population of 131 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
131 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marlinton Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 629 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marlinton Middle School is 0.04, 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
#228 out of 629 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
98%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Marlinton Middle School's ranking?
Marlinton Middle School is ranked #228 out of 629 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% WV state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% WV state average).
How many students attend Marlinton Middle School?
131 students attend Marlinton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Marlinton Middle School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marlinton Middle School?
Marlinton Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marlinton Middle School offer ?
Marlinton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Marlinton Middle School part of?
Marlinton Middle School is part of Pocahontas County Schools School District.
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