Blennerhassett Middle School

444 Jewell Rd
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Blennerhassett Middle School is a West Virginia School of Excellence in Parkersburg, West Virginia. Part of Wood County Schools, Blennerhassett serves 550 students in grades 6–8. The principal is Mrs. Melanie Arthur and the Vice Principal is Mrs. Alesha Mendez.
Serving 520 students in grades 6-8, Blennerhassett 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 32% (which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 520 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 6%
  • : Top 50% in WV
  • : 32% (Top 50%)
  • : 47% (Top 30%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

School Overview

Blennerhassett Middle School's student population of 520 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
520 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Colors
White, Red, Columbia blue

School Rankings

Blennerhassett Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blennerhassett Middle School is 0.12, 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)
#216 out of 627 schools
(Top 50%)
32%
32%
47%
41%
20-24%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
1%
4%
White
94%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.12
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Bobcat
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Blennerhassett Middle School's ranking?
Blennerhassett Middle School is ranked #216 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Blennerhassett Middle School?
520 students attend Blennerhassett Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Blennerhassett Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Blennerhassett Middle School part of?
Blennerhassett Middle School is part of Wood County Schools School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 520 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 6%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 32% (Top 50%)
  • : 47% (Top 30%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

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