Van Devender Middle School

918 31st St
Parkersburg, WV 26104
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 323 students in grades 6-8, Van Devender 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 24% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 323 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 13%
  • : Bottom 50% in WV
  • : 16% (Btm 50%)
  • : 24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Van Devender Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:

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School Overview

Van Devender Middle School's student population of 323 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
323 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
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School Rankings

Van Devender 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 Van Devender Middle School is 0.24, which is more 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)
#605 out of 629 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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16%
28%
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24%
40%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
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American Indian
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Asian
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1%
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Hispanic
3%
2%
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Black
4%
4%
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White
87%
89%
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Hawaiian
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Two or more races
6%
4%
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0.24
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
50%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Van Devender Middle School's ranking?
Van Devender Middle School is ranked #605 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 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% WV state average).
How many students attend Van Devender Middle School?
323 students attend Van Devender Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Van Devender Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Van Devender Middle School?
Van Devender Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Van Devender Middle School offer ?
Van Devender Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Van Devender Middle School part of?
Van Devender Middle School is part of Wood County Schools School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 323 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 13%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 16% (Btm 50%)
  • : 24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

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