Barboursville Middle School

1400 Central Ave
Barboursville, WV 25504
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 681 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 13:1 is equal to the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 681 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 10%
  • : Top 30% in WV
  • : 36% (Top 50%)
  • : 54% (Top 20%)
  • : 41% (Top 20%)
  • 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:

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Attribute

School Overview

Barboursville Middle School's student population of 681 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
681 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Year Founded
2025

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 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WV)
#160 out of 617 schools
(Top 30%)
36%
34%
54%
41%
41%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
2%
4%
White
90%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.19
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

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?
681 students attend Barboursville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Barboursville Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barboursville Middle School?
Barboursville Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to 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 District.

School Reviews

5   9/16/2010
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.
- Posted by Parent - jeep4

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 681 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 10%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 36% (Top 50%)
  • : 54% (Top 20%)
  • : 41% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

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