Serving 269 students in grades 3-5, Bluefield Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 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 27% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower 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 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 269 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bluefield Intermediate School serves the southern part of Bluefield, WV, covering an attendance zone of approximately 19.2 square miles. Families within this area typically have a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 9.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bluefield Intermediate School's student population of 269 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
269 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bluefield Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bluefield Intermediate School is 0.62, which is more 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
#462 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
28%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
53%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
16%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
10%
8%
Showing 2003–2012. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bluefield Intermediate School's ranking?
Bluefield Intermediate School is ranked #462 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Bluefield Intermediate School?
269 students attend Bluefield Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Bluefield Intermediate School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bluefield Intermediate School?
Bluefield Intermediate School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bluefield Intermediate School offer ?
Bluefield Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bluefield Intermediate School part of?
Bluefield Intermediate School is part of Mercer County Schools.
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