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 534 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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). 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 18:1 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 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 534 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Blennerhassett Junior High School serves the west part of Parkersburg, WV, encompassing an area of approximately 91.4 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 13.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blennerhassett Middle School's student population of 534 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
534 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Blennerhassett Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 617 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 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#263 out of 617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Red, Columbia blue
School Mascot
Bobcat
Source: 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 #263 out of 617 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?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
534 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 18:1, 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.
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