Edison Middle School

1201 Hillcrest St
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
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Top 30%
Serving 578 students in grades 6-8, Edison Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 33% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 578 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 7%
  • : Top 30% in WV
  • : 33% (Top 50%)
  • : 48% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

School Overview

Edison Middle School's student population of 578 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
578 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
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School Rankings

Edison Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 629 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edison 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (WV)
#146 out of 629 schools
(Top 30%)
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33%
28%
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48%
40%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
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American Indian
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Asian
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1%
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Hispanic
2%
2%
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Black
2%
4%
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White
93%
89%
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Hawaiian
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Two or more races
3%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.13
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
50%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Edison Middle School's ranking?
Edison Middle School is ranked #146 out of 629 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Edison Middle School often compared to?
Edison Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blennerhassett Middle School, Hamilton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% WV state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% WV state average).
How many students attend Edison Middle School?
578 students attend Edison Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Edison Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edison Middle School?
Edison Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Edison Middle School offer ?
Edison Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Edison Middle School part of?
Edison Middle School is part of Wood County Schools School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 578 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 7%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 33% (Top 50%)
  • : 48% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

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