Serving 481 students in grades 6-8, Blennerhassett Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blennerhassett Middle School's student population of 481 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
481 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blennerhassett Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 629 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blennerhassett 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
#156 out of 629 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
2%
Black
1%
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
47%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blennerhassett Middle School's ranking?
Blennerhassett Middle School is ranked #156 out of 629 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Blennerhassett Middle School often compared to?
Blennerhassett Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edison Middle School, Hamilton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% WV state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% WV state average).
How many students attend Blennerhassett Middle School?
481 students attend Blennerhassett Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Blennerhassett Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blennerhassett Middle School?
Blennerhassett Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Blennerhassett Middle School offer ?
Blennerhassett Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Blennerhassett Middle School part of?
Blennerhassett Middle School is part of Wood County Schools School District.
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