Serving 697 students in grades 6-8, Barboursville 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 36% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 697 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Barboursville Middle School serves the southwest part of Barboursville, WV, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 116.2 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 13.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barboursville Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Barboursville Middle School's student population of 697 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
697 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Barboursville Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barboursville Middle School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#160 out of 617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Black
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
91%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barboursville Middle School's ranking?
Barboursville Middle School is ranked #160 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Barboursville Middle School often compared to?
Barboursville Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Huntington East Middle School, Milton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Barboursville Middle School?
697 students attend Barboursville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Barboursville Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barboursville Middle School?
Barboursville Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Barboursville Middle School offer ?
Barboursville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Barboursville Middle School part of?
Barboursville Middle School is part of Cabell County Schools.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Academic programs are offered to meet a wide variety of needs.
This school is very good at keeping the focus on the importantance of an education and keeping the children busy with extracurricular activites. The children are well rewarded with good behavior and good grades.
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