Serving 435 students in grades 6-8, Sherrard 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 27% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sherrard Middle School's student population of 435 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
435 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings
Sherrard 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 Sherrard 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
#224 out of 629 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
28%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
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Hispanic
n/a
2%
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Black
2%
4%
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White
95%
89%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
50%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sherrard Middle School's ranking?
Sherrard Middle School is ranked #224 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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% WV state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% WV state average).
How many students attend Sherrard Middle School?
435 students attend Sherrard Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Sherrard Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sherrard Middle School?
Sherrard Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sherrard Middle School offer ?
Sherrard Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Sherrard Middle School part of?
Sherrard Middle School is part of Marshall County Schools School District.
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