Serving 428 students in grades 6-8, Bluefield Middle 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 24% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 428 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bluefield Middle School serves the southwest part of Bluefield, WV, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 45.2 square miles. Families within this area typically have a driving time of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the farthest point being about 9.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bluefield Middle School's student population of 428 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
428 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
School Rankings
Bluefield Middle 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 Middle School is 0.57, 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
#463 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Black
27%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
White
59%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Two or more races
11%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
50%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
9%
8%
Showing 2003–2012. View full 14-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bluefield Middle School's ranking?
Bluefield Middle School is ranked #463 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?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Bluefield Middle School?
428 students attend Bluefield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Bluefield Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bluefield Middle School?
Bluefield Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bluefield Middle School offer ?
Bluefield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bluefield Middle School part of?
Bluefield Middle School is part of Mercer County Schools.
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