Serving 576 students in grades 6-8, Summersville 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 13% (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 2% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 576 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Summersville Middle School's student population of 576 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
576 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Summersville 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 Summersville 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
#572 out of 629 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
n/a
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
50%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Summersville Middle School's ranking?
Summersville Middle School is ranked #572 out of 629 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Summersville Middle School often compared to?
Summersville Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Park Middle School, Doddridge County Middle School, Moorefield Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% 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 Summersville Middle School?
576 students attend Summersville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Summersville Middle School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Summersville Middle School?
Summersville Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Summersville Middle School offer ?
Summersville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Summersville Middle School part of?
Summersville Middle School is part of Nicholas County Schools School District.
School Reviews
3 1/6/2024
Summersville Middle School is where I attend school, I' 'm in 7th grade and would like to say I think the education is good but the sports you are offered could increase and the discipline of the students could be better at this point it's like half of the school misbehaves with no consciences.
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