Serving 143 students in grades 6-8, Cedar Grove 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 15-19% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 143 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cedar Grove Middle School's student population of 143 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
143 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Cedar Grove Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cedar Grove Middle School is 0.08, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#556 out of 627 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
2%
4%
White
96%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cedar Grove Middle School's ranking?
Cedar Grove Middle School is ranked #556 out of 627 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Cedar Grove Middle School?
143 students attend Cedar Grove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Cedar Grove Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cedar Grove Middle School?
Cedar Grove Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cedar Grove Middle School offer ?
Cedar Grove Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cedar Grove Middle School part of?
Cedar Grove Middle School is part of Kanawha County Schools School District.
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