Serving 219 students in grades 6-8, Capon Bridge 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 32% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 219 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Capon Bridge Middle School serves the eastern part of its school district in Capon Bridge, WV, covering an area of approximately 313.8 square miles. Most students live within a 15-20 minute drive from the school, with the furthest distance to the zone's edge being 18.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Capon Bridge Middle School's student population of 219 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
219 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Capon Bridge 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 Capon Bridge Middle School is 0.17, 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
#352 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.2%
33.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-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 Capon Bridge Middle School's ranking?
Capon Bridge Middle School is ranked #352 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?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Capon Bridge Middle School?
219 students attend Capon Bridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Capon Bridge Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Capon Bridge Middle School?
Capon Bridge Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Capon Bridge Middle School offer ?
Capon Bridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Capon Bridge Middle School part of?
Capon Bridge Middle School is part of Hampshire County Schools.
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