Serving 335 students in grades 5-8, Spencer 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 11% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Spencer Middle School's student population of 335 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
335 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Spencer Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spencer Middle School is 0.10, 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
#600 out of 627 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
2%
4%
White
95%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
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 Spencer Middle School's ranking?
Spencer Middle School is ranked #600 out of 627 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?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Spencer Middle School?
335 students attend Spencer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Spencer Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spencer Middle School?
Spencer Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Spencer Middle School offer ?
Spencer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Spencer Middle School part of?
Spencer Middle School is part of Roane County Schools School District.
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