Serving 291 students in grades 6-8, George Washington 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 34% (which is equal to 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 12:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% 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: 291 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
George Washington Middle School's student population of 291 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
291 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
George Washington 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 George Washington Middle School is 0.06, 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
#421 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. 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
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
3%
White
97%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.7%
33.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 George Washington Middle School's ranking?
George Washington Middle School is ranked #421 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are George Washington Middle School often compared to?
George Washington Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Winfield Middle School, Poca Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% 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 George Washington Middle School?
291 students attend George Washington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of George Washington Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George Washington Middle School?
George Washington Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does George Washington Middle School offer ?
George Washington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is George Washington Middle School part of?
George Washington Middle School is part of Putnam County Schools.
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