Serving 551 students in grades 6-8, Edison Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% 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: 551 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Edison Junior High School serves the southern part of Parkersburg, WV, covering an area of approximately 101.9 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive, and the distance from the school to the furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 14.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edison Middle School's student population of 551 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
551 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Edison 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 Edison Middle School is 0.10, 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
#252 out of 617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Edison Middle School's ranking?
Edison Middle School is ranked #252 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Edison Middle School often compared to?
Edison Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blennerhassett Middle School, Hamilton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Edison Middle School?
551 students attend Edison Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Edison Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edison Middle School?
Edison Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Edison Middle School offer ?
Edison Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Edison Middle School part of?
Edison Middle School is part of Wood County Schools.
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